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FV09 VBZ

2009 Ford C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,667 mi
Last recorded88,667 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2009 Ford C-max67,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 VBZ
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 88,667 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 76,826 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 70,179 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 58,751 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 50,602 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 37,685 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 37,674 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 29,586 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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FV09 VBZ is a 2009 Ford C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 FV09 VBZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV09 VBZ registered?

FV09 VBZ is a 2009 Ford C-max, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is FV09 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 VBZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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