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VA12 CPO

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,879 mi
Last recorded89,879 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 CPO
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 89,879 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 89,839 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 85,715 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 85,697 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 81,904 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2022 79,182 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2022 79,173 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both deep perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 77,131 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 74,899 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 69,729 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 61,987 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 50,995 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)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 42,302 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 39,022 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear seats & belts not checked boot loaded

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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VA12 CPO is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VA12 CPO, 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 VA12 CPO registered?

VA12 CPO is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 28 August 2012.

Is VA12 CPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA12 CPO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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