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BV12 NWJ

2012 Ford C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,245 mi
Last recorded87,245 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 NWJ
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 87,245 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2025 87,244 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage fractured offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside front (4.4.3 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 79,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 72,134 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front tyre bald on inner edge/on legal limit

Pass 6 Dec 2022 67,794 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Dec 2021 63,066 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 60,165 miles

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 57,964 miles

Front tyres getting low tread

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Dec 2018 52,727 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 48,132 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 43,868 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 37,992 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 37,992 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 35,823 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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BV12 NWJ is a 2012 Ford C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 59,872 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 BV12 NWJ, 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 14 years old, this Ford C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV12 NWJ registered?

BV12 NWJ is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is BV12 NWJ safe to buy?

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