2016 Ford Grand C-MAX 1.0L Petrol · BA16 ADX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite a history of immediate re-test failures. The most recent inspection in April 2025 at 84,712 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, following a failure just two days prior at 84,692 miles. This suggests the owner is proactive in rectifying issues immediately to maintain legal standards, and the vehicle has since maintained a clean record through the last two successful tests. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a decade-old MPV, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Between the July 2022 test at 55,058 miles and the 2023 test at 72,908 miles, the vehicle covered 17,850 miles, indicating a higher-than-average period of heavy use. However, the subsequent 11,804 miles covered over the following two years shows regular road use which generally helps prevent the internal corrosion and brake seizing associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that caused the 2023 and 2025 failures, although the records do not explicitly list the mechanical faults. Given the age of the Ford C-Max, a thorough check of the front suspension bushes and wish arm mounts is essential, as these are common points of wear on this chassis. The buyer should also inspect the brake discs for uneven wear and the structural integrity of the rear subframe to ensure that the recent passes are not masking developing surface corrosion that could accelerate in future tests.