2016 Ford C-MAX Zetec Tdci 1.5L Heavy oil · KRZ 6098

This 2016 Ford C-Max Zetec TDCi has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across five consecutive tests, most recently passing on 13 February 2026 at 114,097 miles. The absence of advisories or failings suggests the vehicle has been subjected to regular, if not meticulous, maintenance checks, though the lack of recorded faults does not preclude undocumented wear or deferred repairs. The most recent test, just five months ago, aligns with the standard 12-month MOT cycle, indicating the vehicle remains within the legal roadworthiness threshold for now. However, the prolonged gap between tests—particularly the 14-month interval between the 2023 and 2025 tests—could imply either a period of lower usage or a reliance on the MOT pass as a proxy for deeper inspection. The mileage progression of approximately 11,400 miles annually over the past decade reflects typical usage for its age, without the extreme variability that might signal neglect or heavy duty. The most notable gap occurs between the 2022 (56,236 miles) and 2023 (75,169 miles) tests, where the vehicle accumulated 18,933 miles in just three months—an unusually rapid increase that might warrant scrutiny of suspension components, drivetrain fluids, or brake wear during that period. Otherwise, the steady mileage increments suggest consistent driving habits, though the absence of service records means critical intervals for timing belts, differential fluids, or air filters cannot be confirmed. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear items such as the suspension bushes and coil springs, particularly the rear axle, where binding calipers or uneven wear might not have been detected without dynamic testing. The brake discs and pads, though not flagged, should be measured for thickness and inspected for lateral grooving or uneven wear patterns, which could indicate alignment issues or caliper drag. Structural integrity remains a concern for a 10-year-old vehicle; a thorough examination of the subframe, sills, and wheel arches for corrosion—especially around the wheel bearings and exhaust mounts—is essential, as these areas are often overlooked until significant deterioration occurs. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these components are sound, and visual inspection alone may not reveal hidden corrosion or fatigue.