Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 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 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Ford Grand C Max vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

37% 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 2018 Ford Grand C Max reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,742 vehicles, the 2018 Ford Grand C Max has a first-time MOT pass rate of 82.5%, 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 2018 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 (2018)

2,742 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82.5% first-time pass rate

2018 Ford Grand C Max

CarHunch analysed 2,742 real MOT records for the 2018 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 2018 Ford Grand C-Max passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 81.8%, which is respectable, but nearly 37% of vehicles have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their test history — a concerning proportion that demands careful pre-purchase inspection. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically (81.6% vs 82.0%), so fuel choice won't materially affect reliability expectations.

At 38,345 miles average for a six-year-old car, these vehicles are running at typical mileage, and the median of 33,687 suggests many remain in relatively light use. The average of 7.3 advisories per vehicle indicates persistent minor wear items, but with only 1.25 failures on average, most cars are holding up reasonably well — though the high dangerous defect rate suggests you should obtain a full MOT history and have a trusted mechanic inspect brakes, suspension, and steering before committing to purchase.

The 2018 Ford Grand C Max has a decent first-time pass rate (82.5%), 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

82.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

36.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.25

Over 6.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

34k

Middle half: 26k–44k

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 7.3 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 2,742 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 2,742 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 36.9% 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
Petrol (60%)	1,641	82.3%	1.25
Diesel (40%)	1,101	82.9%	1.26

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 2018 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.

33,687

typical

25,578

low mileage

43,810

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Ford Grand C Max vehicles fall between 25,578 and 43,810 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 25,578 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.

✓ 25,578–43,810 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Ford Grand C Maxs sit.

⚠ Over 59,143 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Ford Grand C Max — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Ford Grand C Maxs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 2,589 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 2020–2025.
* 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

6.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.25

Avg failures per vehicle

7.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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