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AJ12 VNV

2012 Ford Grand C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

81,585 mi
Last recorded81,585 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Grand C-max69,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 VNV
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 81,585 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 81,585 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Both front tyres worn on inner & outer edge

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

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Aug 2024 74,028 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 74,027 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 68,302 miles

Nearside body damage

Pass 9 Aug 2022 62,873 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 58,063 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 58,063 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 53,291 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 53,291 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 48,884 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 43,961 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 37,495 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 33,544 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 22,776 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 22,776 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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AJ12 VNV is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 AJ12 VNV, 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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What year was AJ12 VNV registered?

AJ12 VNV is a 2012 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is AJ12 VNV safe to buy?

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