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AE16 UZU

2016 Ford Grand C-max

White Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

148,339 mi
Last recorded148,339 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Grand C-max49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 UZU
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 148,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre starting to scrub around edges of tread.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside, brake pads over half worn. Unable to see inner pads. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 128,859 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the limit. Advise to replace asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Jan 2025 128,859 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the limit. Advise to replace asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jan 2024 101,426 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 101,423 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 76,354 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 76,342 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 48,785 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 32,859 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 31,710 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 28,671 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread wearing on both edges (3mm). (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Slight play in NS inner Track Rod joint.

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

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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AE16 UZU is a 2016 Ford Grand C-max in White with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 49,565 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 AE16 UZU, 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 10 years old, this Ford Grand C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE16 UZU registered?

AE16 UZU is a 2016 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is AE16 UZU safe to buy?

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