2011 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · AV61 URF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening trajectory regarding suspension and braking components. While it passed the most recent test in October 2025 at 98,850 miles, the tester identified multiple mechanical defects that were not present in previous years. The progression from slight play in nearside ball joints in 2024 to a severely deteriorated dust cover in 2025 indicates that the front suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life. At 98,850 miles, the C-Max has averaged approximately 6,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a fifteen-year-old vehicle. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between the October 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 4,000 miles between 2024 and 2025. This consistent use suggests the car has not sat for long periods, though the age of rubber components remains a factor despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the recurring mentions of worn rear bushes and ball joint issues across the 2024 and 2025 records suggest a need for comprehensive arm replacements. The deteriorated offside front lower ball joint dust cover requires immediate attention to prevent premature failure of the joint itself. Additionally, the record shows a pattern of thinning brake pads on both the front in 2025 and the rear in 2024, implying that the previous owner only responded to MOT failures rather than performing proactive maintenance.