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LU55 OLY

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Brown Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,938 mi
Last recorded89,938 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU55 OLY
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 89,938 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 75,377 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2025 75,377 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2024 60,308 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 46,149 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 45,497 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 43,835 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 27 Nov 2021 43,835 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Nov 2020 41,077 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 38,346 miles

Front front number plate lettering spacing incorrect but not likely to be miss read

Pass 28 Nov 2018 33,363 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 33,363 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 28,029 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 23,057 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 16,832 miles

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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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LU55 OLY is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Brown with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LU55 OLY, 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 LU55 OLY registered?

LU55 OLY is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is LU55 OLY safe to buy?

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