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AE63 FMU

2013 Ford Grand C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

98,789 mi
Last recorded98,789 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Grand C-max63,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 FMU
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 98,789 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Clutch pedal rubber missing

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2025 98,509 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Clutch pedal rubber missing

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 143,296 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 143,296 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 71,935 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Center seat on 2nd row ()

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

Fail 30 Aug 2022 71,935 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Center seat on 2nd row ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 65,649 miles

Nearside Rear light lens cracked.

Pass 19 Aug 2020 60,509 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 54,846 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 47,851 miles

o/s/f tyre damage outer sidewall

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Fail 28 Aug 2018 47,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

o/s/f tyre damage outer sidewall

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2017 40,001 miles

Damage to outer sidewall o/s/f tyre

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged split/perished (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 31,395 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low/bald on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low/bald on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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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AE63 FMU is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2013 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 63,729 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 AE63 FMU, 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 13 years old, this Ford Grand C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE63 FMU registered?

AE63 FMU is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 11 September 2013.

Is AE63 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE63 FMU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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