2007 Ford C-MAX 2.0L Petrol · GR07 FNW
2007 Ford C-MAX (2.0L, petrol). First registered 08 Aug 2007. Recorded mileage 105,468 miles. MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD C-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,468 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GR07 FNW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2026
- 105,468 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GR07 FNW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Ford C-Max (GR07 FNW) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
GR07 FNW Mileage History
- 01/03/202491,492 mi
- 01/03/202598,575 mi+7,083 mi
- 03/03/202598,575 mi
- 15/04/2026105,468 mi+6,893 mi
- 15/04/2026105,468 mi
Average of roughly 6,586 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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