2013 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · EJ63 ABZ

The vehicle holds a current MOT pass dated 19 December 2025 at 123,339 miles, confirming it is roadworthy at the time of the test. However the maintenance trend is clearly worsening: the immediate preceding test on 18 December 2025 recorded serious front brake disc weakening, pads worn to the wear indicators, low brake fluid, an inoperative registration plate lamp and an empty coolant bottle. These defects escalated from the earlier 2024‑2023 entries where brake discs were merely worn and pads were thin, indicating a progressive deterioration of the braking system rather than a stable condition. Mileage accumulation aligns with the vehicle’s age, averaging roughly 9,500 miles per year over the 13‑year period. The record shows a notable jump from 102,150 miles in December 2022 to 117,288 miles in December 2024, a gain of 15,138 miles in two years, before the final 6,051 miles were added in 2025. The spacing of tests is uneven, with long intervals between 2022 and 2024 where no defects were reported, suggesting limited scrutiny during those periods. Overall the mileage pattern is typical for a high‑use model of this vintage. A prospective buyer should prioritise a hands‑on inspection of the braking components. The front discs should be examined for signs of serious weakening, the pads for wear beyond the indicator, and the brake fluid level checked against the minimum mark. The registration plate lamp circuit must be verified for full operation, and the coolant system inspected for proper fill and absence of leaks. Tyre condition is also critical; the history notes inner‑edge wear on the offside front tyre, so a visual check for uneven wear and adequate tread depth is warranted. Finally, any evidence of corrosion on chassis components or suspension bushes should be assessed, as the record does not detail those areas but they are common failure points on older high‑mileage vehicles.