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YL08 LFS

2008 Ford C-max

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,999 mi
Last recorded143,999 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 LFS
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 143,999 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 May 2025 139,166 miles

underbody covered in underseal

Fail 12 May 2025 139,166 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour fronts (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 8 Nov 2022 108,730 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 108,007 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 95,265 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 92,359 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 89,494 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 85,373 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 74,087 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 74,084 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 61,121 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 61,121 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 52,565 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 52,565 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 42,887 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 34,511 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 34,511 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 29,727 miles

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 21,321 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 21,309 miles

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

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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YL08 LFS is a 2008 Ford C-max in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 69,944 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 YL08 LFS, 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 18 years old, this Ford C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YL08 LFS registered?

YL08 LFS is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is YL08 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 LFS shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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