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YY12 MEU

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

80,738 mi
Last recorded80,738 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 MEU
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2026 80,738 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front & rear, offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 77,241 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 72,923 miles

Front Lower under tray Damaged and loose around its fixings

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cuts around tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cuts around tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cuts around tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail pipe into Rear Exhaust box blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 72,923 miles

Front Lower under tray Damaged and loose around its fixings

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cuts around tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cuts around tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cuts around tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail pipe into Rear Exhaust box blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 68,108 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 61,026 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 55,624 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2020 52,939 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside rear big cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2019 47,751 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 41,178 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 35,467 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 30,209 miles

Centre rear seat not fitted at time of test.

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 23,129 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 21,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YY12 MEU is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YY12 MEU, 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.

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YY12 MEU is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 28 May 2012.

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