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EF62 MKD

2012 Ford Grand C-max

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

138,568 mi
Last recorded138,568 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF62 MKD
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 138,568 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2026 138,550 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 128,845 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2025 128,844 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2024 117,980 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Worn to the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2024 116,602 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Shallow cuts in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside front headlamp light intensity slightly reduced

OBD Functional Test has detected multiple error codes

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside front headlamp light intensity slightly reduced

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside rear brake operation deteriorated (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 107,800 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 6 Apr 2023 107,800 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 98,105 miles

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

Offside Front bottom ball joint dust cover slightly split

Fail 12 Jan 2022 98,105 miles

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

Offside Front bottom ball joint dust cover slightly split

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 90,622 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2020 90,622 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative Tyres do not appear to be under inflated (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 84,521 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 73,546 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 60,601 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 45,272 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 30,559 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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EF62 MKD is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 EF62 MKD, 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.

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What year was EF62 MKD registered?

EF62 MKD is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 24 December 2012.

Is EF62 MKD safe to buy?

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