2012 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · PL08 PLL
2012 Ford C-MAX (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 83,753 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD C-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,753 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PL08 PLL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2026
- 83,753 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PL08 PLL 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 2012 Ford C-Max (PL08 PLL) between September 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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: “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.
PL08 PLL Mileage History
- 29/09/202372,631 mi
- 25/09/202476,145 mi+3,514 mi
- 25/09/202476,146 mi+1 mi
- 25/09/202580,537 mi+4,391 mi
- 24/07/202683,753 mi+3,216 mi
Average of roughly 3,947 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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Our Verdict
This 2012 Ford C-Max presents a mixed pi
When inspecting this C-Max, pay close attention to the suspension and rubber components, as MOT records from 2023 through 2026 consistently highlight tyre cracking and wear on the front suspension arm pin or bushes. You should negotiate on price to account for upcoming maintenance, particularly for tyres and suspension components that have logged multiple advisories. Verify the supporting documentation to see how these recurring advisory items have been addressed between tests.
Prospective buyers should also examine the braking system closely. Front brake discs have been noted as worn, pitted, or scored across multiple annual inspections, and the 2024 failure recorded rear brake pads measuring less than 1.5mm thick. A comprehensive check of all lighting, including the registration plate lamps which have previously failed, is also recommended.
Fuel economy for this 1.59-litre petrol engine will depend on driving style, but typical mixed driving should yield reasonable returns for a family MPV of this era. Road tax and insurance group ratings for a 2012 petrol C-Max are generally moderate, placing it within sensible brackets for everyday motoring.
Maintenance costs may be elevated initially due to the recurring advisory items noted in the MOT history. Budgeting for potential replacement of tyres showing perishing, front suspension bushes, and worn brake discs will be necessary shortly after purchase to ensure roadworthiness.
Examine all four tyres for signs of aging, cracking, and perishing, as this has been flagged as an advisory or test note in every recorded MOT test from 2023 to 2026. Check the front suspension arm pin and rear bushes for wear, which appeared on the 2025 and 2026 test certificates.
Inspect the front brake discs for the pitting and scoring noted on multiple tests, and check the condition of the headlamp lenses, which have been recorded as slightly defective or having products on the surface across several annual inspections. Finally, check fluid levels, specifically noting the low coolant warning recorded during the 2024 test.
First registered in September 2012, this silver Ford C-Max with a 1596cc petrol engine has covered 83,753 miles according to its July 2026 MOT. The vehicle record shows five MOT tests between September 2023 and July 2026, including one failure in September 2024 due to a fractured anti-roll bar linkage and thin rear brake pads. Recurring themes in the MOT history include tyre perishing, suspension arm bush wear, and worn front brake discs.
The Ford C-Max model range has an average MOT pass rate of 79.6% across over 123,000 analysed vehicles, with tyres, suspension arms, and coil springs forming the top failure reasons.
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