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MS03 SJC

2012 Ford C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,579 mi
Last recorded88,579 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMS03 SJC
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 88,579 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened complete rear subframe heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 83,609 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))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 76,918 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 76,918 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 75,316 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 75,316 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2023 66,151 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 57,721 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 50,057 miles

parking aid fault

Pass 20 Jan 2020 43,899 miles

Parking aid malfunction light on

Rear Brake Pads wearing thin

Pass 17 Jan 2019 35,260 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 28,317 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 20,239 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 13,461 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 12,080 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 12,076 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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MS03 SJC is a 2012 Ford C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MS03 SJC, 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 MS03 SJC registered?

MS03 SJC is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 13 December 2012.

Is MS03 SJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MS03 SJC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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