2013 Ford Grand C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · YA13 VDP

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 22 November 2025, with the only mechanical advisory relating to the offside front tyre being worn close to the legal limit. Looking at the broader history, the maintenance trend appears stable but reveals a recurring pattern of tyre and wheel issues. While the car consistently passes its tests, the frequent advisories regarding edge wear and wheel distortion suggest a lack of proactive attention to wheel alignment and tyre replacement cycles. With a recorded mileage of 83,313 miles over approximately thirteen years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 6,400 miles per year. This represents a typical usage profile for a family vehicle of this age, meaning the engine and drivetrain should not exhibit excessive wear. However, this level of usage means that rubber components and fluids are subject to both mileage-based wear and calendar-based degradation, making a review of the service history essential to confirm that oil and coolant changes have been performed regardless of the low annual mileage. A primary area of concern for a prospective buyer is the repeated mention of distorted road wheels and tyres worn on the edges, specifically on the nearside rear and offside front. This strongly indicates a misalignment of the tracking or potential suspension damage from previous impacts. During a test drive, you should listen for unusual road noise and feel for any steering drift or vibration through the steering wheel. Carefully inspect the inner and outer edges of all four tyres for uneven wear, as this will confirm if the vehicle requires a full four-wheel alignment to prevent premature tyre failure. Further attention should be paid to the rear suspension and exhaust system. The 2021 record noted deteriorating trailing arm bushes and a corroded exhaust heat shield. While these may have been addressed, you should check for suspension clunks or knocks when driving over uneven surfaces, which would indicate the bushes have further degraded. Additionally, verify the condition of the brake discs and pads, as thin pads were noted in earlier records. Ensure there is no significant corrosion on the underside of the chassis and that the exhaust system is secure and free from excessive rust.