2017 Ford B-MAX 1.0L Petrol · CF66 BZP

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2017 Ford B-Max was conducted on 3 June 2026 and resulted in a PASS, although a single advisory was issued regarding the offside front tyre, which was noted as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. This represents the only recorded advisory across the five-year MOT history available, with previous tests in June 2022, June 2023, June 2024, and June 2025 all returning clean passes with no defects or advisories recorded. The maintenance trend therefore appears broadly stable, with the recent advisory suggesting the front tyre has finally reached the end of its useful service life rather than indicating any underlying mechanical deterioration. The fact that no recurring advisories have appeared across successive tests is a positive indicator of consistent upkeep. With approximately 22,581 miles recorded against a vehicle age of nine years, this B-Max has covered roughly 2,500 miles annually, which is considerably below the average for a car of its vintage. Such low annual mileage typically reflects either genuine light use or extended periods of standing, and it warrants particular attention during inspection. Where a vehicle has spent significant time stationary, mechanical wear tends to concentrate on items affected by inactivity rather than distance, including brake disc corrosion, seized or binding calipers, deterioration of rubber components, and potential flat spots or sidewall cracking in the tyres. The recorded mileage also implies that mechanical wear items associated with high mileage, such as the clutch, gearbox internals, and engine bottom-end components, are unlikely to be heavily worn given the low distance covered. Given the age and the low-mileage usage profile, a prospective buyer should carry out several practical physical checks beyond the standard MOT parameters. Examine all four tyres carefully for sidewall cracking, perishing, or brittleness associated with age rather than simply tread depth, paying particular attention to the offside front position where the advisory was issued and confirming whether it has since been replaced. With the vehicle being nine years old, the 12V battery is likely approaching the end of its service life and should be load-tested, as a failing battery is a common cause of non-start conditions in low-use cars. Brake discs may show surface corrosion or pitting from standing, and the calipers should be checked for smooth operation by ensuring the vehicle rolls freely on a level surface and that the brakes release cleanly without dragging. The brake fluid should be tested for moisture content, as hygroscopic fluid degrades on a calendar basis and should ideally be renewed every two years regardless of mileage, while the coolant, automatic transmission fluid if applicable, and engine oil should all be verified for condition and service history. Additional checks appropriate to a low-mileage, nine-year-old vehicle include a thorough inspection of all rubber suspension bushes, the coil springs, and the anti-roll bar links for perishing, cracking, or seizing, as these components degrade with age and exposure rather than purely with mileage. Listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension during a test drive over uneven surfaces, and pay attention to any uneven tyre wear which could indicate alignment issues or worn suspension geometry. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion at the mounting points, joints, and silencer, as nine years of exposure to road salt and moisture commonly results in exhaust deterioration even on low-mileage cars. Finally, verify the service book history directly, as calendar-based servicing is essential on a vehicle of this age and low annual mileage, and any gaps in the documented maintenance schedule should be factored into post-purchase servicing requirements.