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CV12 BZL

2012 Ford C-max

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

97,101 mi
Last recorded97,101 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 BZL
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 97,101 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened light level sensor bracket boken off subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear heat shield insecure around fuel tank

front radiator mount crossmember coroded and broken leaving raditor insecure and hanging on plastic under bumper

Fail 4 Mar 2026 97,064 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened coroded and holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative mountain bracket broken off rear subframe (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened light level sensor bracket boken off subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear heat shield insecure around fuel tank

front radiator mount crossmember coroded and broken leaving raditor insecure and hanging on plastic under bumper

Pass 7 Mar 2025 91,255 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 88,031 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 82,223 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 75,056 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 66,742 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 64,512 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 59,711 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 55,627 miles

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape

Pass 13 Mar 2017 49,895 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 42,581 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 34,575 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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CV12 BZL is a 2012 Ford C-max in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CV12 BZL, 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 CV12 BZL registered?

CV12 BZL is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is CV12 BZL safe to buy?

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