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HG59 XHZ

2009 Ford C-max

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

128,340 mi
Last recorded128,340 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford C-max67,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG59 XHZ
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 128,340 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 128,334 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 10 Dec 2024 123,373 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))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 119,385 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Dec 2022 114,928 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 114,924 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 109,852 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 105,658 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 105,658 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 100,292 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 93,309 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

Offiside front and nearside rear tyres have slight bulges on sidewalls

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2017 86,974 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 77,254 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 77,254 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 66,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Jan 2015 54,405 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 54,405 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Dec 2013 43,160 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 32,695 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 32,695 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HG59 XHZ is a 2009 Ford C-max in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HG59 XHZ, 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 HG59 XHZ registered?

HG59 XHZ is a 2009 Ford C-max, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is HG59 XHZ safe to buy?

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