2017 Ford Grand C-MAX 1.0L Petrol · FG17 KFD

The 2017 Ford Grand C-Max presents a mixed mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 16 March 2026 at 42,833 miles. The vehicle passed, but the tester flagged corrosion affecting both the offside and nearside front coil springs, alongside worn rear brake discs and thin rear brake pads. This combination of structural corrosion and repeated brake wear points to a maintenance pattern that is borderline rather than reassuring. The coil spring corrosion is a notable escalation from earlier tests and warrants close attention, as it directly concerns suspension integrity and structural safety. The mileage profile is low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,759 miles per year. The record shows a gap of approximately 4,127 miles between the March 2024 pass at 33,861 miles and the March 2025 test at 38,706 miles, representing about one year of use. A further 4,127 miles were added between March 2025 and March 2026, indicating the vehicle has been driven more consistently in the last two years after a period of lighter use. The 2025 test was preceded by a failure on 12 March 2025 at 38,705 miles, where both front suspension arm pins or bushes were excessively worn. These were rectified before the pass the following day, suggesting the previous owner addressed the failure promptly but only after it reached a critical threshold. Recurring advisories reveal a pattern of deferred attention to consumables and suspension components. Front suspension arm bushes have appeared on every test since March 2023, progressing from worn to excessively worn by the 2025 failure. Tyre perishing and cracking have been flagged repeatedly on all four corners across multiple years, indicating the rubber is ageing and has not been replaced proactively. Brake discs and pads have required monitoring annually since 2023, with rear brakes consistently flagged as worn or pitted. A minor oil leak has persisted since at least March 2024 without resolution, though it has not been deemed excessive. A prospective buyer should inspect the front coil springs closely for corrosion depth and any risk of fracture, particularly given the advisory's presence in the most recent test. The front suspension bushes should be checked for play, as their repeated wear suggests the components may need replacement sooner rather than later. Examine all four tyres for age-related cracking, uneven wear, and remaining tread depth, as the record implies they have been left in service longer than ideal. The rear brake components should be measured for disc thickness and pad material, and the source of the persistent oil leak should be identified during a physical inspection.