2013 Ford B-MAX 1.4L Petrol · DN63 VBK
2013 Ford B-MAX (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2013. Recorded mileage 47,729 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD B-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,729 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DN63 VBK Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2025
- 47,729 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DN63 VBK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Ford B-Max (DN63 VBK) between January 2017 and July 2025.
The record contains 11 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative Driver control (4.1.5 (a))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
DN63 VBK Mileage History
- 03/01/201710,575 mi
- 02/01/201813,921 mi+3,346 mi
- 27/12/201817,641 mi+3,720 mi
- 01/03/201917,933 mi+292 mi
- 02/01/202019,955 mi+2,022 mi
- 20/10/202021,852 mi+1,897 mi
- 08/10/202127,073 mi+5,221 mi
- 11/10/202232,858 mi+5,785 mi
- 11/10/202232,858 mi
- 12/10/202340,225 mi+7,367 mi
- 13/10/202340,227 mi+2 mi
- 22/07/202444,733 mi+4,506 mi
- 24/07/202547,726 mi+2,993 mi
- 24/07/202547,729 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 4,344 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford B-Max (B299)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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- PowerShift Gearbox Judder and FailureSerious
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 FaultsModerate
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 LeaksSerious
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.
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