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CA12 LXS

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,526 mi
Last recorded99,526 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA12 LXS
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 99,526 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2025 99,526 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 86,435 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 86,431 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2023 79,103 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 71,256 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 71,256 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 64,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 60,196 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 56,016 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 56,016 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 50,020 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 43,873 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 37,642 miles

oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2016 37,619 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 28,713 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 9,918 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Grand C-max?

Based on 431,851 MOT tests across 39,255 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
7,433
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
39,255
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,835
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,694
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CA12 LXS is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2012 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 69,209 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Grand C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,835 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA12 LXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Grand C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Ford Grand C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA12 LXS registered?

CA12 LXS is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 13 August 2012.

Is CA12 LXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA12 LXS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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