2012 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Diesel · FE62 JVM

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding front end geometry and suspension wear. The most recent test in December 2025 at 169,037 miles identified multiple issues including play in the steering rack inner joints and the nearside anti-roll bar linkage. These faults follow a pattern of wear seen in the 2023 test where a nearside front suspension arm ball joint was flagged, indicating that the front suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. At 169,037 miles, this Ford B-Max has covered a significant distance, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent high-mile usage, with 16,009 miles driven between the November 2024 and December 2025 tests, and another 14,455 miles prior. This suggests the vehicle has been used for regular commuting rather than sitting for long periods, though the high cumulative mileage explains the frequent flagging of consumable items and suspension hardware. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the steering system and front suspension, as the recurring play in ball joints and the rack suggests potential high repair costs. The repeated advisories for rear tyres worn to the edges in both 2023 and 2025 indicate a persistent alignment issue or neglect of basic maintenance that needs immediate attention. Additionally, the misting on the offside rear shock absorber noted in 2022 should be re-checked to ensure it has not progressed into a significant leak given the high mileage accumulated since that entry.