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AF12 VLX

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,794 mi
Last recorded70,794 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 VLX
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 70,794 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2026 70,793 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 58,300 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

front and rear brake pads @5000 miles

Pass 2 Feb 2024 43,246 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2023 38,576 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2022 35,228 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2021 31,590 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2020 29,419 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 26,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 23,046 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 18,155 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 18,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 14,449 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 10,425 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AF12 VLX is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Silver 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 AF12 VLX, 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 AF12 VLX registered?

AF12 VLX is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is AF12 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 VLX 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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