2013 Ford B-MAX 1.4L Petrol · BF63 WTM

The 2013 Ford B-Max has a mixed MOT history, with recent failures highlighting significant safety and mechanical risks. The most recent MOT on 2025-10-24 recorded both a pass and a fail for the same date, indicating inconsistent or unresolved issues. The failed entry included critical defects: nearside and offside rear tyres with structural tears , nearside front inner tyre with exposed ply , and offside front tyre worn close to legal limits . These tyre issues suggest poor maintenance or excessive wear, potentially linked to low mileage and infrequent use. Recurring problems include tyre wear and structural damage , with similar defects noted in earlier MOTs. In 2024-10-30, the vehicle failed due to a brake hose leak , fractured coil spring , and shock absorber oil misting , all of which point to suspension and braking system degradation. These issues are more severe than the 2024-11-01 pass, which only noted minor tyre wear and a nail in the nearside rear tyre. The 2023-11-15 MOT was clean, but the 2024-10-30 failure marks a clear downward trend in mechanical integrity. The vehicle’s low mileage (43,247 miles over 13 years, ~3,327 miles annually) suggests it may have been lightly used or stored for extended periods. While low mileage can reduce wear on components like engines and transmissions, it does not mitigate risks from tyre aging, suspension fatigue, or brake system corrosion.