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FM18 UWS

2018 Ford Grand C-max

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,894 mi
Last recorded68,894 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Grand C-max36,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM18 UWS
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 68,894 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 56,282 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2024 56,282 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 37,480 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 37,480 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 16,557 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 13,996 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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FM18 UWS is a 2018 Ford Grand C-max in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 36,112 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 FM18 UWS, 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 8 years old, this Ford Grand C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM18 UWS?

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What year was FM18 UWS registered?

FM18 UWS is a 2018 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 29 August 2018.

Is FM18 UWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM18 UWS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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