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BN08 VYB

2008 Ford C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

190,798 mi
Last recorded190,798 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 VYB
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 190,798 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front brake pad wear getting low

Fail 14 Mar 2019 190,718 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front brake pad wear getting low

Pass 23 Mar 2018 174,048 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 174,024 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 155,854 miles

both rear tyres close to limit

Pass 16 Apr 2016 137,749 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 27 Mar 2015 122,554 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 104,747 miles

exhaust corroded

rear number plate poor

Pass 28 Mar 2013 88,368 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tow bar fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2012 65,402 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 65,402 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 46,199 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

dash warning lights on

Fail 24 Mar 2011 46,199 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

dash warning lights on

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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BN08 VYB is a 2008 Ford C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BN08 VYB, 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 BN08 VYB?

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What year was BN08 VYB registered?

BN08 VYB is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is BN08 VYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 VYB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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