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J14 SMC

2018 Ford Grand C-max

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,726 mi
Last recorded24,726 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Ford Grand C-max36,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ14 SMC
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 24,726 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 19,075 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 19,072 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 17,304 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 14,106 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 11,435 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 10,871 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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J14 SMC is a 2018 Ford Grand C-max in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 J14 SMC, 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

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What year was J14 SMC registered?

J14 SMC is a 2018 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 28 April 2018.

Is J14 SMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J14 SMC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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