CarVerify

Free Car Check

SB58 BAU

2009 Ford C-max

Red Petrol 1596cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Ford C-max67,542 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB58 BAU
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025

Central Front exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective broken temp supported (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2024

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2023

Nearside Rear light lens slightly damaged

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

exhaust bracket rear broke

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Fail 1 Dec 2023

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear light lens slightly damaged

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

exhaust bracket rear broke

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 7 Dec 2022
Fail 7 Dec 2022

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 77,624 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 65,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 57,750 miles

exhaust system corroded but not insecure

Pass 4 Jun 2018 45,856 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 35,504 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 31,691 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 26,502 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 21,650 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 16,393 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 11,141 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
Full Ford C-max reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SB58 BAU is a 2009 Ford C-max in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SB58 BAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SB58 BAU?

You can check the full history of SB58 BAU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SB58 BAU registered?

SB58 BAU is a 2009 Ford C-max, first registered on 26 January 2009.

Is SB58 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB58 BAU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB58 BAU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SB58 BAU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.