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BK09 XKE

2009 Ford C-max

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

100,207 mi
Last recorded100,207 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford C-max67,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 XKE
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2026 100,207 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Front exhaust heat shield not fully secure

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

radiator support corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2025 95,698 miles

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

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front + Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underside corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2025 95,698 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front + Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underside corroded

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 90,535 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 86,161 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 81,606 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 75,255 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 72,540 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 64,993 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 58,612 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 58,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2017 52,458 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 45,826 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 39,292 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 May 2014 33,044 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 26,342 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 20,743 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted o-s-r

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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BK09 XKE is a 2009 Ford C-max in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 67,542 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 BK09 XKE, 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 17 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 BK09 XKE registered?

BK09 XKE is a 2009 Ford C-max, first registered on 22 June 2009.

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The MOT history for BK09 XKE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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