Ford Maverick
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 9 years from 732 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
76%
Total Tests
732
Best Year
1998 (81%)
Years Covered
9
About the Ford Maverick
The Ford Maverick has been tested 732 times in 2026 MOT data across 9 model years (1994 to 2004), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1998 model is the most reliable with a 81% pass rate from 54 tests. The 2002 model has the lowest at 68%. The 13 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Reliability Trend
The FORD MAVERICK has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1994) averages 123,898 miles, while the newest (2004) averages 94,357 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Ford brand average of 85%, the Maverick is 9 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Ford models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Ford Maverick by Year
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