2017 Ford C-MAX 1.5L Diesel · CA03 POW

The 2026-03-03 MOT at 101,267 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets roadworthiness standards. The series of tests from 2023 onward shows a stable maintenance pattern, with each subsequent inspection confirming the fixes applied after the 2023 failures. Over the nine‑year lifespan the mileage has risen from 45,105 miles in July 2020 to 101,267 miles by March 2026, averaging about 11,250 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The interval between the 2023‑08‑02 test at 83,400 miles and the 2024‑02‑26 test at 85,692 miles represents a 2,292‑mile increase over six months, a rate that remains consistent with normal driving rather than abrupt mileage spikes. Recurring observations include worn rear suspension bushes and pins noted in both the 2023 and 2024 tests, and rear brake pads that fell below the 1.5 mm threshold in the 2023 failure, though subsequent tests recorded no brake defects. Repeated tyre wear observations from 2021 onward suggest the previous owner did not replace tyres promptly, a factor that may affect overall suspension loading. A buyer should therefore examine the rear suspension mounting points for play or corrosion, verify the thickness and condition of the rear brake pads and discs, inspect tyre tread depth and edge wear, and look for any signs of structural rust around the chassis and suspension brackets.