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EF12 VHC

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,220 mi
Last recorded79,220 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 VHC
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 79,220 miles

Central Exhaust heat shield insecure

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Jul 2024 75,169 miles

All discs and pads getting low

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2024 75,165 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

All discs and pads getting low

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 70,242 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 63,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 57,556 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 53,575 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 53,575 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 49,267 miles

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

Offside Front OSF tyre wearing on inside shoulder

Pass 27 Jun 2018 43,752 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 36,954 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 36,954 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 29,576 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 23,224 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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EF12 VHC is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EF12 VHC, 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 EF12 VHC registered?

EF12 VHC is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is EF12 VHC safe to buy?

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