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BF08 YCN

2008 Ford C-max

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

68,552 mi
Last recorded68,552 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 YCN
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 68,552 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2025 67,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and out edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2024 66,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 May 2023 65,311 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 63,460 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 62,176 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Plastic covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2020 60,136 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and has age related cracks (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge and has age cracks (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 56,808 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 56,808 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 54,223 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 48,906 miles

Front tyres devoid of tread on inner and outer edges

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 44,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre tread wearing low on outer edge

Pass 25 Mar 2015 37,915 miles

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

offside rear tyre heavily perished-recommend replacement

Pass 3 Mar 2014 32,560 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 32,560 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2013 25,914 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 25,914 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2012 19,545 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 19,545 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 12,242 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 12,242 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BF08 YCN is a 2008 Ford C-max in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 BF08 YCN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF08 YCN registered?

BF08 YCN is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is BF08 YCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 YCN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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