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SP12 VLZ

2012 Ford C-max

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,774 mi
Last recorded64,774 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford C-max59,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 VLZ
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 64,774 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2025 60,035 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 55,767 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Horn note weak.

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 51,717 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 47,364 miles

Both front tyres wearing at edges of tread.

Pass 25 Aug 2021 43,338 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 39,426 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking on shoulder

Rear brake pads 3mm visible

Pass 19 Aug 2019 36,531 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 36,519 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 27 Aug 2018 32,645 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 29,354 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 25,684 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 21,539 miles

sill trims fitted

Fail 21 Aug 2015 21,539 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nail in offside rear tyre (215/55/16)

nail in offside rear tyre (215/55/16)

sill trims fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2014 19,545 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 VLZ is a 2012 Ford C-max in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SP12 VLZ, 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

How do I check the history of SP12 VLZ?

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What year was SP12 VLZ registered?

SP12 VLZ is a 2012 Ford C-max, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is SP12 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 VLZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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