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AC09 ZOE

2012 Ford C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,527 mi
Last recorded96,527 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC09 ZOE
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 96,527 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 94,107 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 91,002 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155017 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155017 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 87,375 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 83,507 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both fronts (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 78,201 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 74,372 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 61,530 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 61,003 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 57,339 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 39,008 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 38,409 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford C-max?

Based on 1,804,249 MOT tests across 138,182 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
6,471
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
138,182
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,824
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12,616
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,841
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AC09 ZOE is a 2012 Ford C-max in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 59,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,824 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC09 ZOE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Ford C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC09 ZOE registered?

AC09 ZOE is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 21 November 2012.

Is AC09 ZOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC09 ZOE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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