Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 111 vehicles, the 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115 (2013)

111 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.2% first-time pass rate

2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115

CarHunch analysed 111 real MOT records for the 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2013 Grand C-MAX ZETEC TDCI 115 passes its MOT first time in 83.9% of cases, slightly above the UK average of 80%, which suggests diesel reliability has held up reasonably well over the decade since manufacture. No vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuring for safety.

At an average mileage of 89,759 miles for an 11-year-old vehicle, these cars are running fairly typical distances, and the low failure rate of 0.46 per vehicle indicates most pass with minimal work needed. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully—the diesel engine is fundamentally sound, but budget for routine maintenance as these cars age.

We have limited data for the 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

93.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.46

Over 5.9 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

86k

Middle half: 75k–99k

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These stats describe 111 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 111 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	110	93.5%	0.44

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

85,804

typical

74,980

low mileage

98,975

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115 vehicles fall between 74,980 and 98,975 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 74,980 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 74,980–98,975 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115s sit.

⚠ Over 133,616 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115 — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Ford Grand C Max Zetec Tdci 115s are still being driven.

Strong survival — 76 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.46

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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