2007 Ford C-MAX 1.8L Petrol · BG57 ACU

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 13 January 2025 at 112 026 miles. The tester flagged an inoperative engine MIL, a fractured near‑side front coil spring, slight play in the off‑side front anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint, a minor exhaust gas leak, worn rear trailing arm bushes, and a parking brake efficiency below the required standard. These concurrent faults place the car outside roadworthiness standards, and the pattern of multiple system failures indicates a worsening condition rather than isolated wear. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a 19‑year‑old model, averaging roughly 5 900 miles per year. The record shows a gap between the December 2023 pass at 108 871 miles and the January 2025 failure, with only two tests in the past two years. Earlier entries reveal a gradual increase: from 106 565 miles in November 2022 to 108 871 miles in December 2023, then to 112 026 miles in January 2025. The low annual mileage suggests the car has been stored or lightly used, which can preserve mechanical components but also allows corrosion and static degradation to develop unnoticed. A buyer should personally inspect the engine management system for MIL faults, verify the integrity of the front coil spring and anti‑roll bar linkage, and check the exhaust for leaks. The rear suspension bushes and trailing arm pins need close examination for excessive movement, while the parking brake mechanism should be tested for adequate holding power. Power‑steering operation must be assessed for warning lamp activity, and the steering rack gaiter inspected for integrity. Brake performance, including pad wear and balance across axles, is critical given the history of front brake imbalance and parking brake inefficiency. Tyre condition warrants scrutiny, particularly inner‑edge wear and tread depth on all four wheels, as repeated tyre advisories indicate uneven loading or suspension alignment issues. Finally, any under‑tray or cover fitted during previous tests should prompt a corrosion check on the chassis and wheel arches.