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DX59 DSU

2009 Ford C-max

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

152,692 mi
Last recorded152,692 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford C-max67,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX59 DSU
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 152,692 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front flexi mount (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner and outer edges (just legal) (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components including both inner sills corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn smooth on inner and outer edges (just legal) (5.2.3 (e))

fan belt excessively worn

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Fail 12 Sep 2022 152,692 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Exhaust mounting defective front flexi mount (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner and outer edges (just legal) (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components including both inner sills corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn smooth on inner and outer edges (just legal) (5.2.3 (e))

fan belt excessively worn

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 17 Sep 2021 141,338 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust mounting defective rear tail pipe mount (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

drivers door check strap broken

Fail 16 Sep 2021 141,338 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre heats sheilds (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust mounting defective rear tail pipe mount (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

drivers door check strap broken

Pass 21 Sep 2020 131,567 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

drivers door check strap broken

exhaust heat shields loose

Fail 18 Sep 2020 131,547 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

drivers door check strap broken

exhaust heat shields loose

Pass 16 Sep 2019 125,447 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 125,326 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap door missing (unable to be locked) (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 114,250 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 102,128 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 90,021 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 90,021 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 77,404 miles

front tyres worn to excess

Pass 22 Oct 2014 66,050 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 66,050 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Oct 2013 54,060 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 10 Oct 2013 54,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Sep 2012 38,679 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 38,679 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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DX59 DSU is a 2009 Ford C-max in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2009 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 67,542 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 DX59 DSU, 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 17 years old, this Ford C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX59 DSU registered?

DX59 DSU is a 2009 Ford C-max, first registered on 1 October 2009.

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