2016 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Petrol · DH52 MAX
2016 Ford B-MAX (1.6L, petrol). First registered 18/10/2016. Recorded mileage 50,393 miles. MOT valid until 17/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD B-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,393 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1596cc
DH52 MAX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2025
- 50,393 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Ford Ford B-Max (B299)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
DH52 MAX Mileage History
- 17/10/202234,013 mi
- 11/10/202340,310 mi+6,297 mi
- 01/10/202445,779 mi+5,469 mi
- 30/09/202550,391 mi+4,612 mi
- 30/09/202550,393 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,545 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DH52 MAX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford B-Max (DH52 MAX) between October 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: FORD B-MAX
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- PowerShift Gearbox Judder and Failure(Serious)
The dry-clutch 6DCT250 PowerShift automatic is notoriously problematic. Juddering on pull-away, hesitation during gear changes and eventual clutch or mechatronic failure are common, especially on cars used in stop-start urban traffic.
- Sliding Door Mechanism and Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The innovative sliding rear doors can fail to lock properly, trigger dashboard warnings, or become difficult to close. Faulty door latches, sensor failures or worn wiring in the door channels are the usual culprits.
- 1.0 EcoBoost Wet Belt and Coolant Leaks(Serious)
The 1.0 EcoBoost engine uses an oil-bath timing belt that degrades over time. The cooling system is also prone to leaks from the expansion tank and hoses. Left unfixed, coolant loss can lead to overheating and cylinder head damage.
- Electrical Gremlins and Battery Drain(Moderate)
The B-Max can develop battery drain issues especially if left unused for a few days. General electrical gremlins include infotainment glitches and heated windscreen failures.
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