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BG08 LNU

2008 Ford C-max

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,176 mi
Last recorded57,176 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 LNU
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 57,176 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 56,264 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 56,263 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 55,600 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 54,531 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 53,510 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 52,260 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 51,701 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 50,148 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

fuel filler cap cover damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2018 47,751 miles

fuel filler cap cover damaged

Pass 24 Mar 2017 46,497 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 46,497 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 43,915 miles

fuel filler cap cover damaged

Pass 25 Mar 2015 40,935 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 37,888 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 34,593 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Mar 2012 30,997 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 25,346 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 LNU is a 2008 Ford C-max in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BG08 LNU, 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

How do I check the history of BG08 LNU?

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What year was BG08 LNU registered?

BG08 LNU is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is BG08 LNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 LNU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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