Ford Grand C Max (2015)
2015 Ford Grand C Max
CarHunch analysed 3,987 real MOT records for the 2015 Ford Grand C Max. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2015 Grand C-MAX passes its MOT at 81%, marginally above the UK average, but this masks a serious concern: over half of these vehicles (51.2%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, making this a riskier buy than the headline pass rate suggests. Petrol versions fare slightly better at 83.4% pass rate versus 80.7% for diesel, though the diesel accounts for 88% of the used market.
These cars are running at a typical mileage for their age (median 55,662 miles), yet they're accumulating an average of 13.3 advisories per test, indicating wear is building up steadily. Before buying, get an independent inspection focused on braking and suspension—the prime sources of dangerous defects in this model—as preventative peace of mind is cheaper than inheriting someone else's deferred repairs.
What to check before buying a 2015 Ford Grand C Max
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 51.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (88%) | 3,498 | 80.7% | 2.04 |
| Petrol (12%) | 489 | 83.4% | 1.71 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2015 Ford Grand C Max vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2015 Ford Grand C Max vehicles fall between 43,480 and 69,169 miles.
2015 Ford Grand C Max — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 3,536 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% 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.
MOT History Averages
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