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FORD GRAND C-MAX (2017)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 6,371 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,555

£130/month

MOT Pass Rate

84%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

999cc Petrol

Solid Option

84% pass rate, £1555/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol999cc9 years old6,371 tests59k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,555
Per month£130/mo
Per week£30/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

84% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 9 years old, 84% of FORD GRAND C-MAXs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 6,371 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 58,990 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 cars451th of 579(top 78%)
Rank among FORD models700th of 1,167(top 60%)
vs national average+2%(82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average-3%(87% avg)
vs FORD average-1%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

58,990

Average miles

vs

66,600

Expected for age

The average 2017 FORD GRAND C-MAX has 58,990 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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FORD GRAND C-MAX by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201984%1,74038,162 mi
201884%4,52149,137 mi
201784%6,37158,990 mi
201682%10,69670,005 mi
201581%6,39279,333 mi
201478%7,17486,639 mi
201378%7,95793,672 mi
201277%6,800102,241 mi
201174%9,660107,924 mi
201073%238115,553 mi

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About the 2017 FORD GRAND C-MAX

The 2017 FORD GRAND C-MAX is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 6,371 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 78% of 2017 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 58,990 miles at 9 years old, FORD GRAND C-MAX owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2017 FORD GRAND C-MAX Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 FORD GRAND C-MAX?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,555 130/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

FORD GRAND C-MAX Reliability Trend

Newer FORD GRAND C-MAXs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 FORD GRAND C-MAX

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. With 6,371 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2017 FORD GRAND C-MAX's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2017 FORD GRAND C-MAX stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
FORD GRAND C-MAX(2017)84%£955£195Grp 1-8£1555
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£165
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£167
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£5
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2015)82%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£165

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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