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SG12 DYB

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,256 mi
Last recorded103,256 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 DYB
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 103,256 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 95,255 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamp lenses slightly fogged (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 94,246 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamp lenses slightly fogged (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 86,077 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 74,895 miles

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

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

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

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 27 Oct 2021 68,494 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 30 Oct 2020 62,234 miles

Engine cover and under-tray fitted not allow full inspection on some components.

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres are worn from edges slightly

Fail 19 Oct 2020 62,031 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Engine cover and under-tray fitted not allow full inspection on some components.

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres are worn from edges slightly

Pass 24 Oct 2019 56,508 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 54,375 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 48,549 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 37,930 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 28,340 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 28,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 27,460 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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SG12 DYB is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Black with a 1,560cc 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 SG12 DYB, 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 SG12 DYB registered?

SG12 DYB is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is SG12 DYB safe to buy?

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