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Ford Grand C-max buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Ford Grand C-max costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 54 for sale right now.
Used Ford Grand C-max prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | €10,000 | 178k km | 5 |
| 2017 | €6,950 | 180k km | 6 |
| 2016 | €8,450 | 180k km | 16 |
| 2014 | €5,800 | 206k km | 12 |
| 2013 | €3,600 | 237k km | 5 |
Ford Grand C-max NCT pass rate
How often Ford Grand C-maxes pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 62% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 56% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 54% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 39% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 43% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 36% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 41% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 34% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 30% | 38% |
Most common reasons a 2016 Ford Grand C-max fails: lights & electrics (35.2% of tests, more than most cars), safety equipment (18.3% of tests, more than most cars), brake test (rollers) (18.3% of tests, more than most cars), brakes (16.9% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Ford Grand C-max problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Powershift automatic clutch judder · €800–€1,800
Shudder or hesitation pulling away, especially uphill or reversing.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 Diesel | ~250k km | ~€200 | 9 |
| 1.5 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€200 | 7 |
1.6 Diesel: usual problem: turbo oil feed and injector seals.
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Ford Grand C-max
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used Ford Grand C-max
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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