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PL17 GVV

2017 Ford Grand C-max

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

76,556 mi
Last recorded76,556 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Grand C-max42,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL17 GVV
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 76,556 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 76,556 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 67,243 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 67,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 55,462 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 45,217 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 45,217 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 34,992 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 23 Sep 2021 34,992 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 23,377 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020

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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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PL17 GVV is a 2017 Ford Grand C-max in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PL17 GVV, 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 PL17 GVV registered?

PL17 GVV is a 2017 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 28 July 2017.

Is PL17 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL17 GVV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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