2016 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Petrol · FH16 YPJ

The vehicle presents a stable and highly favorable maintenance trend, currently holding a valid MOT certificate. The most recent test on 2 December 2025 at 41,219 miles passed with zero defects recorded. Curiously, the DVSA record also lists a failure on the exact same date and mileage with no defects, which likely represents a data anomaly or an aborted retest rather than a genuine mechanical fault. Regardless, the current status is fully roadworthy, and the absence of advisories across multiple consecutive years indicates a well-maintained powertrain and chassis. The mileage accumulation is remarkably low for a 2016 model, averaging roughly 4,122 miles per year. Between 3 December 2022 at 37,146 miles and 6 December 2024 at 39,990 miles, the vehicle covered just 2,844 miles over two years. The annual increments remain consistent, showing no sudden spikes in usage or suspicious mileage gaps that might suggest a clocked odometer. This low-mileage profile suggests the B-MAX has spent much of its life on short, urban journeys, which carries its own specific mechanical implications. Despite the pristine MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on the specific failure modes associated with low-mileage, short-hop driving. A decade of standing and short trips can cause perished rubber suspension bushes, seized brake calipers, and degraded tyres with superficial cracking despite ample remaining tread pattern. Examine the exhaust for internal corrosion from unevaporated moisture and check the brake discs for surface rust that binds the pads. The lack of historical defects means structural integrity appears sound, but verifying the condition of these age-related consumables remains essential before purchase.