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CA12 CVL

2012 Ford C-max

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,165 mi
Last recorded74,165 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA12 CVL
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 74,165 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 63,677 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 50,682 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 36,568 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 32,482 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2021 32,482 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 31,189 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 29,315 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 26,164 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 21,810 miles

Oil leak ()

undertrays fitted

Fail 8 Aug 2017 21,810 miles

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

Oil leak ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2016 17,552 miles

Oil leak ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2015 12,116 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 10,844 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2015 10,844 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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CA12 CVL is a 2012 Ford C-max in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 CA12 CVL, 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

How do I check the history of CA12 CVL?

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What year was CA12 CVL registered?

CA12 CVL is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is CA12 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA12 CVL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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