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LS12 DGX

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Bronze Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

86,284 mi
Last recorded86,284 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 DGX
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 86,284 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 86,171 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 81,008 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 74,403 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 68,148 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 61,582 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has screw in tread

Fail 8 Oct 2021 61,582 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour fitted new bulb (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre has screw in tread

Pass 16 Oct 2020 56,434 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear seat belts not inspected

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 48,343 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

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

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

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 ()

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

Fail 28 May 2019 48,273 miles

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

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

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

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

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

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

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 ()

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 42,091 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 35,651 miles

rear tyres cracking

under covers

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

Fail 1 Jun 2017 35,651 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear tyres cracking

under covers

Pass 15 Jun 2016 29,355 miles

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

both rear tyres craking

under covers

Pass 10 Jun 2015 40,295 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jun 2015 40,239 miles

Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LS12 DGX is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Bronze with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LS12 DGX, 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 LS12 DGX registered?

LS12 DGX is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is LS12 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS12 DGX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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