2018 Ford B-MAX 1.0L Petrol · EF67 HTT

With six consecutive annual passes from 2022 through 2026 and no advisories recorded against any test, the roadworthiness record for this 2018 Ford B-Max presents a clean paper trail. The single recorded failure on 21 January 2021 concerned a driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended, which is an interior trim and usability item rather than a structural or powertrain concern, and that defect was clearly resolved by the time the vehicle returned the same day or shortly afterwards with a pass. Across the five subsequent tests there is no recurrence of any seat mechanism issue, no brake, suspension, exhaust, steering, or corrosion advisories, and no emission defects, which indicates that from a regulatory standpoint the vehicle has remained free of flagged deterioration at each annual check. Against an age of approximately eight years, the recorded mileage of 6,009 miles equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 750 miles, which is very low. There are no significant gaps in the testing history to suggest a long lay-up period, with tests recorded every year from 2021 through 2026, so the low figure appears to reflect light regular use rather than extended storage. Mechanically, low annual mileage of this nature typically means that wear items such as brake pads, brake discs, tyres, and clutch friction material are likely to remain close to original or near-original thickness, since they accrue wear in proportion to distance covered. The trade-off is that lightly used vehicles can suffer from dried or cracked rubber components including suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, drive shaft boots, and engine and gearbox seals, particularly if the car has been stood for periods between uses, although the continuous annual testing suggests it has not been left dormant for extended intervals. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded advisories means there are no specific flagged components to chase down, but attention should still be paid to the areas where low-mileage vehicles commonly present problems. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly from the lower wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, as these can perish from underuse. Check for uneven tyre wear across the tread, which can indicate stiff or binding suspension components, and inspect the sidewalls for any cracking from age rather than mileage. Pay particular attention to the driver's seat base and runners during the inspection, given the 2021 failure on the fore and aft mechanism, confirming that the seat locks positively into position, slides smoothly through its full range without catching, and that the release lever operates without excessive play. Finally, although the MOT record is clean, a pre-purchase inspection remains advisable given the low accumulated mileage. Have the brake discs measured for lipping and corrosion pitting, as discs can suffer surface oxidation when a vehicle is used predominantly for short journeys, and check that the handbrake holds effectively on a slope. Inspect under the bonnet for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or valve cover gasket, and verify that all fluid levels are at the correct marks on their respective reservoirs. Confirm that the 12V battery is holding charge on a load test, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from a weak or aged battery that has never been heavily discharged and recharged. A thorough road test covering motorway speeds, urban stop-start driving, and uneven road surfaces will help reveal any underlying issues that have not yet been flagged at test.