Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 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 2017 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 2017 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 2017 Ford Grand C Max vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% 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 2017 Ford Grand C Max reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,963 vehicles, the 2017 Ford Grand C Max has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.7%, 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 2017 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 (2017)

3,963 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.7% first-time pass rate

2017 Ford Grand C Max

CarHunch analysed 3,963 real MOT records for the 2017 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 2017 Ford Grand C-MAX passes its MOT on the first attempt 84.6% of the time, which is a solid 4.6 percentage points above the UK average—but the concerning finding here is that 42.8% of these vehicles have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, well above the typical threshold. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically (85.2% and 84.3% respectively), so fuel type isn't a differentiator for reliability.

These cars are running at a sensible 44,000 miles on average for their age, and the typical failures are manageable (1.31 per vehicle), though advisories are frequent at 9.2 per test. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection to specifically check the brake system and suspension components, since dangerous defects are prevalent in this cohort—a generic used-car check won't be enough.

The 2017 Ford Grand C Max has a decent first-time pass rate (84.7%), 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

84.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

42.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.31

Over 7.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

44k

Middle half: 33k–58k

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 9.2 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 3,963 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 3,963 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 42.8% 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 (64%)	2,522	84.3%	1.34
Petrol (36%)	1,441	85.2%	1.25

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 2017 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.

44,226

typical

33,471

low mileage

57,934

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Ford Grand C Max vehicles fall between 33,471 and 57,934 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 33,471 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.

✓ 33,471–57,934 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Ford Grand C Maxs sit.

⚠ Over 78,210 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Ford Grand C Max — Still on the Road

Almost all 2017 Ford Grand C Maxs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 3,726 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* 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

7.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.31

Avg failures per vehicle

9.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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