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LA56 BZB

2006 Ford C-max

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,374 mi
Last recorded146,374 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford C-max78,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 BZB
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 146,374 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both headlight beam images poor

both headlight glasses are in poor condition

engine management warning light on

Fail 28 Mar 2018 146,313 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure top mounting broken (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both headlight beam images poor

both headlight glasses are in poor condition

engine management warning light on

Pass 31 Mar 2017 129,350 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Dec 2015 117,654 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 23 Dec 2015 117,654 miles

Centre Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 110,960 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 106,735 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 106,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 82,044 miles

Offside rear tyre wearing low on inside edge

Fail 12 Dec 2011 67,207 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 67,207 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 52,636 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 40,108 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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LA56 BZB is a 2006 Ford C-max in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 78,384 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 LA56 BZB, 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 20 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 LA56 BZB registered?

LA56 BZB is a 2006 Ford C-max, first registered on 12 December 2006.

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