2015 Ford Grand C-MAX 1.5L Diesel · CV65 FSE

The vehicle shows a consistent pattern of deferred maintenance regarding wear and tear components across its later life. In the most recent test on 18 July 2026 at 133,125 miles, the tester flagged thin front and rear brake pads along with worn bushes on both nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. This follows a recurring trend, as rear brake pads were noted as thin in July 2025 at 118,551 miles. While the vehicle passes, the persistence of these advisories suggests the previous owners only address these components as they approach failure rather than performing preventative replacements. The mileage profile indicates heavy usage, averaging 12,000 miles per year, which is high for a 2015 vehicle. This usage is evident in the condition of the suspension system. In July 2022 at 78,568 miles, the vehicle failed because both rear trailing arm bushes were excessively worn. Although this was rectified, the nearside front lower suspension arm bush has appeared as an advisory in annual test since 2021, including 2023, 2024, and 2026. The nature of these faults suggests the high-mileage cycles are putting significant stress on the rubberized suspension and geometry components. Braking hardware also shows signs of neglect. The July 2021 test at 64,415 miles recorded pitted and scored front discs along with thin pads on all wheels. While the discs may have been replaced since, the return of thin rear pads in subsequent years indicates that service intervals for brakes are long. Additionally, the deteriorating rear registration plate noted in 2024 and 2026 is a minor cosmetic issue but reflects general attention to detail. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension bushes for play and verify the remaining pad life, as the history indicates these items are due immediate attention.