2011 Ford Grand C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · LR11 TTV

The 2011 Ford Grand C-Max shows a stable roadworthiness trend over the past five years, with all tests since May 2022 passing without defects. The most recent MOT, conducted on 23 April 2025 at 107,582 miles, confirms no issues, though the gap to today—nearly three months—means the vehicle has not yet undergone its mandatory annual inspection. This delay alone warrants immediate verification of high-wear components, as even a clean MOT record does not guarantee no deterioration has occurred since the test date. Mileage progression suggests typical usage for its age, averaging around 7,172 miles annually, though the record lacks granularity between tests. The jump from 98,165 miles in May 2022 to 100,793 miles by May 2023—just 2,628 miles in a year—indicates a period of reduced driving, which could imply neglect or storage. Conversely, the consistent 4,800-mile intervals between later tests (2023–2024) align with regular maintenance. The absence of advisory notes or repeated failures suggests no chronic issues, but this does not rule out deferred maintenance or hidden corrosion. Given the lack of defects in recent tests, priority should be given to inspecting suspension integrity—particularly rear coil springs and bushes—due to the vehicle’s age and mileage. Binding calipers or uneven brake pad wear were never recorded, but the tester’s absence of notes on brake fluid condition or rotor thickness means this should be cross-checked. Corrosion, especially around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, is a critical concern for a 15-year-old model, as is the structural soundness of the rear axle housing. The 2023 failure at 100,793 miles, despite passing the next test, hints at a potential oversight—perhaps a minor oversight in diagnostics—so verifying the cause of that specific test’s failure would be prudent. Finally, the tyres, though not flagged, should be examined for uneven wear or remaining tread depth, as failing twice on tread suggests basic upkeep may have been inconsistent.