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BG08 XGC

2008 Ford C-max

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,298 mi
Last recorded106,298 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 XGC
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 106,298 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 93,874 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 81,769 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 69,398 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 59,564 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 45,255 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 38,730 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin OSR possible calliper seizing (3.5.1g)

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)

Valve stem slightly damaged Both rear (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 32,307 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 32,307 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 32,092 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 31,553 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 30,893 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 30,893 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 29,014 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 24,911 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 19,577 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 XGC is a 2008 Ford C-max in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XGC, 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 XGC registered?

BG08 XGC is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is BG08 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 XGC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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