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LM09 RWJ

2009 Ford C-max

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

157,594 mi
Last recorded157,594 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Ford C-max67,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 RWJ
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 157,594 miles

advise front discs and pads /condition

advise o/s/r tyre condition

Pass 3 Feb 2020 150,959 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

n/s/f corner has odd wheel fitted at time of test

Fail 30 Jan 2020 150,947 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt completely seperated (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible dirty (cleaned) (0.1 (b))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

n/s/f corner has odd wheel fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Jan 2019 141,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 141,969 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 135,533 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 22 Jan 2018 135,533 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 128,225 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 128,225 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 120,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Slight play nearside steering tie rod

Fail 5 Jan 2016 120,265 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Slight play nearside steering tie rod

Pass 8 Jan 2015 111,598 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 5 Jan 2015 111,488 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 103,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 22 Jan 2014 103,552 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 96,970 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 96,970 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2012 80,514 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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LM09 RWJ is a 2009 Ford C-max in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LM09 RWJ, 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 LM09 RWJ registered?

LM09 RWJ is a 2009 Ford C-max, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is LM09 RWJ safe to buy?

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