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Ford C-MAX

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

L1 HGAMOT history

L1 HGA is a blue diesel Ford C-MAX first used on 15 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 85,517 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2024.

L1 HGA blue Ford C-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford C-Max, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2025
Mileage
85,517 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 HGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
C-MAX
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 HGA was last recorded at 85,517 miles on 10 Apr 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,515 miles · 29 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,517 miles
  • 2023 – 83,826 miles
  • 2022 – 81,693 miles
  • 2021 – 79,704 miles
  • 2020 – 77,788 miles
  • 2019 – 72,629 miles
  • 2018 – 69,153 miles
  • 2017 – 64,585 miles
  • 2016 – 57,502 miles
  • 2015 – 48,921 miles
  • 2014 – 41,734 miles
  • 2013 – 33,435 miles
  • 2012 – 23,067 miles
  • 2011 – 15,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,517 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track control arms just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all, just passing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,517 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    85,517 miles
    Test number
    475894370751
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track control arms just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail85,515 miles (+1,689)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,515 miles
    Test number
    450715624679
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring seat (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not tested (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring seat (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track control arms just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass83,826 miles (+77)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,826 miles
    Test number
    115697601244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all, just passing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail83,749 miles (+2,056)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,749 miles
    Test number
    815659756907
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength on sill , 30 cm of trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all, just passing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass81,693 miles (+1,989)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,693 miles
    Test number
    177139771856
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose, suggest having this secured

  6. Pass79,704 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,704 miles
    Test number
    682251557957
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  7. Fail79,704 miles (+1,916)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,704 miles
    Test number
    277254616084
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened just passes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  8. Pass77,788 miles (+5,159)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,788 miles
    Test number
    544956518283
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test 2 seats missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass72,629 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,629 miles
    Test number
    661444150771
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  10. Fail72,587 miles (+3,434)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,587 miles
    Test number
    440386808708
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rack boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  11. Pass69,153 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    69,153 miles
    Test number
    299018528389
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear center and nearside rear
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  12. Fail69,146 miles (+4,561)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,146 miles
    Test number
    777211061914
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear center and nearside rear
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  13. Pass64,585 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,585 miles
    Test number
    218214629476
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases whole system (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened just passes (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat removed

  14. Fail64,574 miles (+7,072)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,574 miles
    Test number
    849772566646
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases whole system (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened just passes (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat removed

  15. Pass57,502 miles (+8,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    554354044842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front arm rear bushes starting to spilt
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inside edges

  16. Pass48,921 miles (+7,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,921 miles
    Test number
    869838955067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass41,734 miles (+8,299)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,734 miles
    Test number
    899229754067
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inside edge

  18. Pass33,435 miles (+10,368)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,435 miles
    Test number
    817623343045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Note2 seats missing from rear

  19. Pass23,067 miles (+8,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,067 miles
    Test number
    625717562023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass15,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,059 miles
    Test number
    588469261005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 HGA

Does L1 HGA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L1 HGA expired on 9 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L1 HGA?
The MOT on L1 HGA expired on 9 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L1 HGA done?
L1 HGA was recorded at 85,517 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2024, an average of 5,384 miles a year.
Has L1 HGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 HGA has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L1 HGA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L1 HGA find?
L1 HGA passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2024 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track control arms, and 5 more.

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