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SL12 JLU

2012 Ford C-max

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,423 mi
Last recorded101,423 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 JLU
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 101,423 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 98,078 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 96,134 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 93,326 miles

rear heat shield loose

Fail 9 Mar 2023 93,315 miles

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

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

rear heat shield loose

Pass 11 Mar 2022 89,432 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 85,124 miles

Offside Front Inner tyre edge starting to wear

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Dec 2020 85,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall - also perished and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner tyre edge starting to wear

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 75,104 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 69,556 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 63,521 miles

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

front brakes worn

Pass 31 Mar 2016 58,207 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 47,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 47,934 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
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SL12 JLU is a 2012 Ford C-max in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SL12 JLU, 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 SL12 JLU registered?

SL12 JLU is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is SL12 JLU safe to buy?

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