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LP17 BLX

2017 Ford C-max

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

125,052 mi
Last recorded125,052 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford C-max35,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP17 BLX
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 125,052 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

rear axle corroded in areas

Fail 25 Aug 2026 125,052 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

rear axle corroded in areas

Fail 5 Aug 2026 124,064 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2025 111,845 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2025 111,474 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 97,763 miles

front tyres are worn

Fail 23 Jul 2024 97,641 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

front tyres are worn

Pass 18 Jul 2023 82,274 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 82,274 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 62,918 miles

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

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

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

n/s/r seat slightly loose

Pass 19 Jul 2021 43,988 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 30,234 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Both rear tyres miss shaped on inner edges

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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LP17 BLX is a 2017 Ford C-max in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2017 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 35,295 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 LP17 BLX, 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 9 years old, this Ford C-max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LP17 BLX registered?

LP17 BLX is a 2017 Ford C-max, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is LP17 BLX safe to buy?

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