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BJ08 VUV

2008 Ford C-max

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

150,976 mi
Last recorded150,976 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 VUV
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2024 150,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2024 150,976 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

reverse lights n/w

Pass 14 Apr 2023 141,949 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 132,112 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 116,295 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 116,295 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2020 96,026 miles

coolant leaking

Fail 25 Apr 2020 96,026 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

coolant leaking

Pass 25 Apr 2019 76,590 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 60,558 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 54,480 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 47,996 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 39,996 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s rear tyre has parish

Pass 24 Apr 2014 34,305 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 27,161 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 21,191 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 21,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 16,116 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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BJ08 VUV is a 2008 Ford C-max in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ08 VUV, 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 BJ08 VUV registered?

BJ08 VUV is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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The MOT history for BJ08 VUV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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