2007 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · SY57 VXV
2007 Ford C-MAX (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19 Oct 2007. Recorded mileage 121,801 miles. MOT valid until 05 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD C-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,801 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
SY57 VXV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 121,801 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY57 VXV 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 (SY57 VXV) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
SY57 VXV Mileage History
- 13/03/2024105,049 mi
- 27/02/2025112,959 mi+7,910 mi
- 06/03/2025113,091 mi+132 mi
- 27/02/2026121,580 mi+8,489 mi
- 09/03/2026121,801 mi+221 mi
Average of roughly 8,429 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Ford Ford C-MAX Mk1 (C214)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (SY57 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as SY57VXV.
BENTLEY
GILERA
DNA
DERBI
SENDA
PIAGGIO
ZIP
VAUXHALL
ZAFIRA
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VAUXHALL
TIGRA
CHRYSLER
CROSSFIRE
SEAT
LEON FR TSI EVO
FORD
FIESTA
FORD
TRANSIT
FORD
TRANSIT
FORD C-MAX Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2007 model year cars.
- 1.6 TDCi Turbocharger Oil Starvation and Bearing FailureSerious
The 1.6-litre 16V TDCi engine (DV6TED4) features an intricate turbocharger oil supply line containing a miniature wire mesh banjo filter. Over extended service intervals or when low-quality oil is used, soot and carbon from combustion blow-by accumulate in the shallow sump and block this micro-strainer. Starved of lubrication, the turbocharger bearings overheat, chatter, and seize, often shedding compressor wheel fragments into the intake tract or causing engine runaway if oil bypasses the turbine seals.
- Front Lower Suspension Arm Rear Bush DegradationModerate
The front lower wishbones use large rubber void bushes at the rear pivot points to isolate road vibration from the cabin. On the heavy-bodied C-MAX, frequent cycling over UK speed cushions, potholes, and urban traffic calming causes the rubber bonding to delaminate, split, and tear. This allows excessive horizontal movement of the lower control arm, resulting in steering wander, accelerated inner tyre shoulder wear, and harsh knocking noises over road imperfections.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.