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LP12 XWK

2012 Ford C-max

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

133,234 mi
Last recorded133,234 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 XWK
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 133,234 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2026 133,234 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 122,398 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 122,390 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 113,071 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 113,071 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 102,873 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 93,391 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 86,316 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge is on min legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 80,355 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres just over 2mm an worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 73,680 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both rear tyres out of shape wearing on inner edges

Fail 18 Jan 2019 73,676 miles

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

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both rear tyres out of shape wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Jan 2018 68,054 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 61,223 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 51,595 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower suspension arm bush is splitting.

Offside Rear Trailing arm bush bonding separating.

Fail 23 Jul 2015 35,296 miles

Nearside front and offside rear tyre treads on 3 mm.

No emissions data sheet supplied as the vehicle recorded zero emissions.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 35,296 miles

Nearside front and offside rear tyre treads on 3 mm.

No emissions data sheet supplied as the vehicle recorded zero emissions.

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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LP12 XWK is a 2012 Ford C-max in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 59,872 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 LP12 XWK, 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 14 years old, this Ford C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LP12 XWK registered?

LP12 XWK is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 28 August 2012.

Is LP12 XWK safe to buy?

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