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AO08 XCL

2008 Ford C-max

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,962 mi
Last recorded136,962 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 XCL
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 136,962 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre on 4mm of tread

Offside Front tyre on 4mm of tread

Offside Rear brake caliper damp

Pass 21 Jan 2015 123,262 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Jan 2015 123,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Feb 2014 107,357 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust weak

sill covers fitted

Fail 3 Feb 2014 107,357 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust weak

sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2013 81,018 miles

center exhaust weak

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 55,227 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 37,368 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 37,368 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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AO08 XCL is a 2008 Ford C-max in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 69,944 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO08 XCL, 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 18 years old, this Ford C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO08 XCL registered?

AO08 XCL is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is AO08 XCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 XCL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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