2013 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · CV13 YPO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most March 2026 test at 88,833 miles resulted in a failure due to thin brake pads on both axles and a loose rear exhaust heat shield. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the recurring nature of brake-related failures suggests the owner only addresses components once they reach a failure point rather than during scheduled servicing. At 88,833 miles over 13 years, the C-Max averages approximately 6,800 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage family use. The data shows a steady pattern of use, with 1,730 miles covered between November 2024 and June 2025, and another 6,468 miles covered in the nine months leading up to March 2026. This low mileage generally preserves drivetrain components but the age of the vehicle makes rubber components susceptible to degradation regardless of distance travelled. A buyer must closely inspect the rear sub-frame, which was flagged for corrosion in November 2024. Although the tester noted it was not seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on structural components can accelerate rapidly if not monitored. The record also shows a consistent pattern of poor tyre management, with multiple advisories for uneven wear and legal limit issues across 2024 and 2026. This suggests the suspension geometry may be misaligned or that the owner neglects basic consumable upkeep.