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MX18 VLM

2018 Ford Grand C-max

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,659 mi
Last recorded73,659 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Grand C-max36,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX18 VLM
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 73,659 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 73,658 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 66,533 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 63,418 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2025 63,418 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2024 52,306 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 42,030 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 42,030 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 29,878 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 19,032 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 18,600 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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MX18 VLM is a 2018 Ford Grand C-max in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MX18 VLM, 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.

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What year was MX18 VLM registered?

MX18 VLM is a 2018 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is MX18 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX18 VLM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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