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AF17 FCG

2017 Ford Grand C-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,986 mi
Last recorded79,986 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Grand C-max42,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF17 FCG
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 79,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose metal pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose metal pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose metal pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose metal pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 79,977 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center to rear holed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose metal pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose metal pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose metal pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose metal pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 72,034 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 64,467 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 57,523 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 49,124 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 49,124 miles

Towbar component defective retractable tow ball inop (6.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

unable to test tow bar electrics

Pass 2 Mar 2021 40,754 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 36,873 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 85% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 85% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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AF17 FCG is a 2017 Ford Grand C-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 42,220 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 AF17 FCG, 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 9 years old, this Ford Grand C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF17 FCG registered?

AF17 FCG is a 2017 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is AF17 FCG safe to buy?

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