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GL12 VEM

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

106,404 mi
Last recorded106,404 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 VEM
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 106,404 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 95,879 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 80,168 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front tyres worn completely smooth on the inner edges

Pass 11 Nov 2022 63,329 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 63,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 57,613 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))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 50,712 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 44,511 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 39,993 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 34,846 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 29,892 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 24,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GL12 VEM is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 GL12 VEM, 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 GL12 VEM registered?

GL12 VEM is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 9 July 2012.

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