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SM12 DFX

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,204 mi
Last recorded95,204 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 DFX
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 95,204 miles

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

Offside Front 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 21 Jan 2025 87,763 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 79,155 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 69,345 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 60,422 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 51,981 miles

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

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 15 Jun 2019 41,894 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 32,684 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 23,146 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 23,146 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 14,690 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 7,144 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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SM12 DFX is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SM12 DFX, 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 SM12 DFX registered?

SM12 DFX is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 20 August 2012.

Is SM12 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 DFX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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