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SB13 CMX

2013 Ford Grand C-max

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

139,286 mi
Last recorded139,286 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Grand C-max63,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB13 CMX
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 139,286 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear exhaust Heatsheild Loose

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 135,172 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 6 Sep 2024 127,907 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged Both hoses, hard pipes slightly distorted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust heat shield not fully secured

Service belt minder on dashboard

Fail 6 Sep 2024 127,907 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged Both hoses, hard pipes slightly distorted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust heat shield not fully secured

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Service belt minder on dashboard

Pass 19 Sep 2023 121,858 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both, slightly distorted or bend (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 121,857 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both, slightly distorted or bend (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 108,356 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 88,610 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 76,634 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 65,577 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2019 65,380 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner faces on both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 54,676 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

OSF and both rear tyres are worn unevenly

Pass 17 Aug 2017 34,822 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 34,822 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 22,190 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 22,190 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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SB13 CMX is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 63,729 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 SB13 CMX, 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 13 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 SB13 CMX registered?

SB13 CMX is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 1 July 2013.

Is SB13 CMX safe to buy?

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