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GF13 XVL

2013 Ford Grand C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,838 mi
Last recorded131,838 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Grand C-max63,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF13 XVL
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 131,838 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 126,561 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 215/55/16

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

Fail 25 Jun 2024 126,552 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both bulbs flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 215/55/16

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 120,623 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 11 Apr 2023 120,493 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Multiple splits in inner side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON SHOULDER. 215 55 x 16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON SHOULDER. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre In side wall.

Pass 30 Mar 2022 110,685 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 110,685 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 99,363 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 94,167 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 94,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 82,286 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 70,974 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2018 70,973 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 59,069 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 43,059 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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GF13 XVL is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max in Blue 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 GF13 XVL, 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.

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What year was GF13 XVL registered?

GF13 XVL is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 29 July 2013.

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