2011 Ford Grand C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · PE60 PFG

The most recent MOT entries present a confusing picture for a vehicle of this age. In November 2025, the Grand C-Max failed twice within four days, recording 164,877 miles and 164,890 miles respectively, yet no defects were documented for either failure. Prior to this, the maintenance trend appeared stable, with consecutive passes in 2023 and 2024 at 143,103, 149,450, and 156,162 miles, all without any recorded defects. The sudden shift to a failed status with zero listed faults suggests a procedural issue, an incomplete test, or a discrepancy that prevented the tester from finishing the inspection rather than a sudden mechanical catastrophe. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 11,000 miles annually. Between March 2023 at 143,103 miles and November 2024 at 156,162 miles, the car covered just over 13,000 miles in twenty months, demonstrating consistent, typical use. The jump from 156,162 miles in November 2024 to 164,877 miles in November 2025 represents an 8,715-mile increase over twelve months, indicating slightly heavier recent usage but nothing alarming. The 13-mile difference between the two November 2025 tests confirms the vehicle was driven between the failed attempts. There are no significant gaps in the record suggesting long periods of inactivity. Because the official record lacks specific mechanical advisories or recurring faults, a buyer must rely on a thorough physical inspection rather than historical data. Focus on the structural integrity of the undercarriage, checking for corrosion on the sills, subframes, and suspension mounts, which is a common issue on fifteen-year-old MPVs. Examine the condition of the brake discs and calipers for scoring or binding, and inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration. The anomalous November 2025 failures demand scrutiny of the current MOT certificate status. Verify whether a valid MOT exists today, as the recorded failures leave the vehicle's legal roadworthiness in question. A pre-purchase inspection will determine if the previous owner addressed the undisclosed issue that caused the failed tests.