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BG08 FSK

2008 Ford C-max

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

96,005 mi
Last recorded96,005 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 FSK
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 96,005 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 93,139 miles

Corrosion to subframes and suspension components

Damage to NSF door

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 93,139 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Damage to NSF door

Corrosion to subframes and suspension components

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 92,479 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 92,010 miles

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 92,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 87,721 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 83,763 miles

Front brake discs in poor condition

Fail 10 Jun 2019 83,763 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking Pump (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 79,994 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 79,994 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 77,178 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 77,178 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted aim (1.8)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 70,119 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 70,119 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 58,499 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 3 Nov 2014 47,979 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2014 47,979 miles

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

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 17,591 miles

traction control light is on

Pass 14 Mar 2012 11,419 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 8,862 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 8,862 miles

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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BG08 FSK is a 2008 Ford C-max in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 BG08 FSK, 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 BG08 FSK registered?

BG08 FSK is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BG08 FSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 FSK shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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