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

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?

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?

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.

How many 2013 Ford Grand C Max vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

56% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2013 Ford Grand C Max reliable?

Based on MOT data from 4,986 vehicles, the 2013 Ford Grand C Max has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79%, 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?

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 (2013)

4,986 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79% first-time pass rate

2013 Ford Grand C Max

CarHunch analysed 4,986 real MOT records for the 2013 Ford Grand C Max. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Ford Grand C-MAX sits just below the UK average at 79% pass rate, and here's the real concern: 56.2% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is substantially higher than typical and signals serious structural or safety issues affecting more than half the fleet. Diesel versions (78.7% pass rate) struggle slightly more than petrol (80.8%), suggesting fuel-specific wear patterns in this ageing generation.

At 65,441 miles average, these cars are showing their age as family haulers, and they're racking up 2.78 failures per test alongside 18.9 advisories—pointing to creeping deterioration across multiple systems rather than one dominant problem. Before buying, obtain the full MOT history and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brakes, suspension, and seatbelt anchor points, as these appear in the advisory data more frequently than in typical vehicles of this age.

The 2013 Ford Grand C Max has a decent first-time pass rate (79%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

79%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

56.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.78

Over 12.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

64k

Middle half: 51k–79k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 18.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 4,986 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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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 2.1 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

80.8%

Petrol

766 vehicles

78.7%

Diesel

4,220 vehicles

Before you buy a 2013 Ford Grand C Max

Based on MOT data from 4,986 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 56.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (85%)	4,220	78.7%	2.83
Petrol (15%)	766	80.8%	2.51

Colour Breakdown

Based on 38,729 Ford Grand C Max vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 26%

10,067

Silver 19.7%

7,620

Black 17.8%

6,876

White 11.4%

4,417

Grey 10.7%

4,158

Red 8.1%

3,153

Brown 6.1%

2,358

Orange 0.1%

Bronze 0.1%

Maroon 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Ford Grand C Max 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.

64,414

typical

51,013

low mileage

78,841

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Ford Grand C Max vehicles fall between 51,013 and 78,841 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 51,013 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.

✓ 51,013–78,841 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Ford Grand C Maxs sit.

⚠ Over 106,435 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 — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Ford Grand C Maxs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 4,138 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 86% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* 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

12.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.78

Avg failures per vehicle

18.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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