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ET11 VLJ

2011 Ford Grand C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,512 mi
Last recorded81,512 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Grand C-max72,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET11 VLJ
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 81,512 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2026 81,512 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 79,311 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 75,400 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 72,206 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 68,171 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 62,880 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 60,889 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 57,488 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 52,767 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 50,053 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 43,753 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 36,668 miles

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)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 29,555 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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ET11 VLJ is a 2011 Ford Grand C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 72,398 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 ET11 VLJ, 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 15 years old, this Ford Grand C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ET11 VLJ?

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What year was ET11 VLJ registered?

ET11 VLJ is a 2011 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 17 August 2011.

Is ET11 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET11 VLJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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