2014 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Diesel · EN63 FXJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs on suspension wear items. While the most recent test in March 2025 at 26,429 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just one day prior for multiple safety-related defects. The persistent issues with the track rod ends and anti-roll bar linkages, appearing consistently from 2021 through 2025, indicate that these components are only addressed when they reach a point of failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,200 miles per year. There is a significant gap between the November 2023 test at 23,504 miles and the March 2025 test at 26,429 miles, suggesting the car sat stationary or was used sparingly during this period. Low usage explains the accelerated degradation seen in rubber components, such as the perishing tyres and perished dust covers noted across several years, which suffer from age and environmental exposure rather than mechanical wear. A buyer should focus specifically on the front braking system, as the record shows consistently pitted and scored discs alongside a binding offside caliper dating back to 2021. The lack of evidence for component replacement despite repeated advisories suggests the hardware is oxidizing from lack of use. Furthermore, the front suspension requires a thorough physical inspection. The track rod ends and anti-roll bar linkages have been flagged for play for four years, meaning the bushings and joints are nearing the end of their functional life despite the low mileage.