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SP12 OXC

2012 Ford C-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

110,584 mi
Last recorded110,584 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 OXC
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 110,584 miles

Front subframe corroded

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Fail 18 Nov 2024 110,580 miles

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

Electrical wiring heavily deteriorated wiring severed at dpf sensor (4.11 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front subframe corroded

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside front to rear brake pipe swollen

Rear subframe corroded

centre and rear heatshields loose

coolant low

Pass 22 Nov 2023 105,856 miles

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SILENCER CASING (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 16 Nov 2023 105,855 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire FUEL TANK HEAT SHIELD (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SILENCER CASING (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 100,986 miles

Damage to rear panel

Under trays fitted

Under trays insecure

Fail 22 Nov 2022 100,980 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle O/S/R Caliper leaking (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Damage to rear panel

Under trays fitted

Under trays insecure

Pass 1 Nov 2021 96,989 miles

Heat shield

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

Under trays fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2021 96,989 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Heat shield

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2020 87,007 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 87,004 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 80,786 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 70,908 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 62,504 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 54,288 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 50,732 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 44,298 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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SP12 OXC is a 2012 Ford C-max in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SP12 OXC, 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.

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What year was SP12 OXC registered?

SP12 OXC is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is SP12 OXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 OXC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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