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BW17 SVZ

2017 Ford C-max

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

150,455 mi
Last recorded150,455 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford C-max35,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW17 SVZ
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 150,455 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2025 150,297 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 131,690 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 131,690 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 113,244 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 113,131 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2022 91,624 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 91,505 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2021 65,308 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 41,019 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 15,883 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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BW17 SVZ is a 2017 Ford C-max in Grey with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2017 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 35,295 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 BW17 SVZ, 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 9 years old, this Ford C-max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW17 SVZ registered?

BW17 SVZ is a 2017 Ford C-max, first registered on 6 July 2017.

Is BW17 SVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW17 SVZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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