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AE16 ZDC

2016 Ford C-max

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,105 mi
Last recorded89,105 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford C-max39,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 ZDC
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 89,105 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 74,511 miles

undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Jun 2024 60,962 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 59,902 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 53,848 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 48,912 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 4 Mar 2022 48,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 44,169 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 44,169 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 37,173 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2020 37,173 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 27,535 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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AE16 ZDC is a 2016 Ford C-max in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 39,770 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 AE16 ZDC, 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 10 years old, this Ford C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE16 ZDC registered?

AE16 ZDC is a 2016 Ford C-max, first registered on 16 March 2016.

Is AE16 ZDC safe to buy?

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