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PY11 CAE

2011 Ford Grand C-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

123,072 mi
Last recorded123,072 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Grand C-max72,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY11 CAE
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 123,072 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 121,885 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 120,328 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 118,125 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))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 114,538 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jan 2022 114,538 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 110,343 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 103,045 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2020 103,045 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm + Bold inside edge. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm + inside edge bold. Advise change ASAP! (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 84,181 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2019 84,181 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play LOCKING NUT LOOSE ON STEERING ARM (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 71,054 miles

Engine management light on.

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 53,326 miles

Offside Rear small cut in the tred and also worn low

Rear third seats folded flat not allowing a full seat belt check

Fail 18 Jan 2017 53,326 miles

Offside Rear small cut in the tred and also worn low

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear third seats folded flat not allowing a full seat belt check

Pass 22 Jan 2016 37,551 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 30,446 miles

tpms lamp on

Pass 5 Mar 2014 22,133 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 22,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear 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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PY11 CAE is a 2011 Ford Grand C-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2011 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 72,398 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 PY11 CAE, 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 15 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 PY11 CAE registered?

PY11 CAE is a 2011 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is PY11 CAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY11 CAE shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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