2016 Ford Grand C-MAX 1.5L Diesel · FE16 EWP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 123,605 miles passed, it followed a failure just one day prior. This failure revealed multiple issues including a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system, lighting faults, and a compromised ball joint dust cover. The recurring nature of faults suggests the owner only addresses defects when forced by the MOT tester rather than performing routine inspections between tests. At 123,605 miles over ten years, this Grand C-Max has averaged approximately 12,360 miles per annum, which sits above the national average. The usage intensity has been particularly evident between May 2025 and April 2026, where the vehicle covered over 18,000 miles in just eleven months. This high rate of accumulation puts significant stress on wear-and-tear components, which is reflected in the frequent failures related to tyres and suspension arm components recorded in the history. A prospective buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the offside front lower suspension arm bush was flagged in 2025 and a ball joint dust cover failed in 2026. These indicators suggest the rubber components and joints are reaching the end of their life due to mileage. The history also shows consistent neglect of tyre maintenance, with cords exposed in 2025 and edges reaching the legal limit in 2026, indicating a lack of regular wheel alignment and balancing which could be causing uneven wear on the drivetrain.