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YP08 OVB

2008 Ford C-max

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,127 mi
Last recorded87,127 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford C-max69,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 OVB
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 87,127 miles

chassis , suspension and steering compounds showing signs of corrosion

Fail 25 Feb 2026 87,121 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged HANDBRAKE CABLE INSECURE WORN BRAKE PIPE (1.1.11 (c))

chassis , suspension and steering compounds showing signs of corrosion

Pass 26 Feb 2025 85,262 miles

chassis , suspension and steering compounds showing signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Feb 2024 83,119 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 81,410 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items

Pass 8 Feb 2022 79,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items

Pass 9 Feb 2021 77,358 miles

engine covers and undertrays obscuring some items

Pass 27 Jan 2020 75,501 miles

engine covers and undertrays obstructing some items

Pass 4 Feb 2019 72,804 miles

engine covers and undertrays obstructing the view of some components

Pass 30 Jan 2018 70,142 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 63,027 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 56,841 miles

Both rear tyres showing signs of cracking in-between treads and wearing on inner shoulders

Pass 3 Feb 2015 49,240 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 41,673 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 27,870 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 19,942 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 19,942 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 16,847 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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YP08 OVB is a 2008 Ford C-max in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 YP08 OVB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP08 OVB registered?

YP08 OVB is a 2008 Ford C-max, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is YP08 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP08 OVB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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