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DA12 NKU

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,225 mi
Last recorded116,225 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 NKU
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 116,225 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 106,615 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 94,069 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2024 94,069 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 79,572 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 74,943 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective plastic clip worn (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 65,559 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

both front and nearside rear indicators slightly discoloured

front and rear registration plates deteriorated

unable to check rear(in boot)seat belts

Pass 4 Jan 2021 57,393 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both front and nearside rear indicators slightly discoloured

front and rear registration plates deteriorated

unable to check rear(in boot)seat belts

Fail 4 Jan 2021 57,393 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both front and nearside rear indicators slightly discoloured

front and rear registration plates deteriorated

unable to check rear(in boot)seat belts

Pass 31 Dec 2019 50,291 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

front and rear registration plates deteriorated

Fail 31 Dec 2019 50,291 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge.205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

front and rear registration plates deteriorated

Pass 27 Dec 2018 40,295 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 31,305 miles

front and rear pads very low

Pass 29 Dec 2016 19,768 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 27 May 2015 7,428 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 7,428 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DA12 NKU is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DA12 NKU, 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 DA12 NKU registered?

DA12 NKU is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 18 July 2012.

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