2016 Ford Grand C-MAX 1.5L Diesel · LD16 PMY

The 2025-11-05 test passed at 74,995 miles, indicating the vehicle currently meets legal standards, but the maintenance trend shows recurring tyre wear and earlier brake deficiencies, suggesting a pattern of neglect rather than steady upkeep. The vehicle has accumulated roughly 7,500 miles per year since 2016, with notable accelerations between 2020-2021 (8,582 to 32,049) and 2022-2023 (44,321 to 56,614), indicating periods of intensified use that may have accelerated wear on consumables and mechanical components. The repeated tyre edge wear and cuts, especially on the offside front tyre in 2025, point to possible alignment or suspension bush wear; the earlier failure at 66,865 miles for front brake pads under 1.5 mm and near‑side tyre tread below 1.6 mm signals that brake discs and pads should be examined for scoring or warping, while the 2023 headlamp aim defect suggests checking suspension mounting points and wheel alignment. Buyers should inspect for corrosion on the sills, wheel arches and chassis, verify the condition of the coil springs and suspension bushes, test the binding of rear brakes, and confirm that the exhaust system meets emission standards; any evidence of structural rust or compromised suspension components would constitute a serious mechanical risk despite the recent pass.