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AFZ 1285

2009 Ford C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

124,966 mi
Last recorded124,966 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford C-max67,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 1285
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 124,966 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 107,348 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive STRONG ADVICE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Subframe corroded.

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both below (2)Mm STRONG ADVICE! (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 94,350 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 94,349 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 80,428 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2022 80,428 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 71,971 miles

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

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))

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 71,971 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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AFZ 1285 is a 2009 Ford C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 67,542 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 AFZ 1285, 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 17 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 AFZ 1285 registered?

AFZ 1285 is a 2009 Ford C-max, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is AFZ 1285 safe to buy?

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