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DS13 TGN

2013 Ford Grand C-max

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,070 mi
Last recorded126,070 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Grand C-max63,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS13 TGN
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 126,070 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 115,691 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 105,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER SHOULDER (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 105,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER SHOULDER (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 95,095 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 95,095 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 86,422 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 79,347 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED IN VENTS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH WEARING AT INNER SHOULDERS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 66,626 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2018 53,250 miles

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

under tray, sill & engine covers fitted

Fail 29 May 2018 53,250 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

under tray, sill & engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2017 40,642 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 40,642 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 32,418 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelt.

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 32,401 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Centre Front Upper Item removed from drivers view prior to test.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelt.

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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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DS13 TGN is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 63,729 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 DS13 TGN, 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 13 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 DS13 TGN registered?

DS13 TGN is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 7 June 2013.

Is DS13 TGN safe to buy?

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