2013 Ford C-MAX 2.0L Diesel · FH62 FOP

This thirteen-year-old Ford C-Max presents an exceptionally clean DVSA MOT record, with three consecutive passes stretching back to January 2022 and absolutely no advisories or defects recorded across that span. The most recent test on 3 March 2026 returned a pass with no advisories, and the two prior examinations in October 2024 and January 2022 followed the same pattern. For a vehicle of this age, a totally clean advisory history is notable; most cars in their second decade accumulate at least minor wear notes around tyres, brake components, or suspension bushes as consumables reach the end of their service life. The absence of any recorded observations suggests that, at the points of testing, the braking system, steering, suspension, exhaust, and underbody integrity were all found to be in sound condition. Mechanically speaking, the documented roadworthiness trajectory is stable and positive. With 95,314 miles recorded over roughly thirteen years of life, this C-Max has averaged approximately 7,332 miles per annum, which sits squarely within typical usage parameters for a family car of its age. There is a noticeable gap in the MOT history between January 2022 and October 2024, a period of nearly two and a half years, after which the car returned to testing cleanly. Such gaps can sometimes indicate periods off the road through SORN, or simply missed testing windows, but the absence of any defects upon return suggests the vehicle was not left to deteriorate during that interval. The mileage accumulation remains broadly proportional to age, and there is no evidence in the records of any rapid or unusual mileage spikes that would point to commercial or heavy-duty use. At this odometer reading, routine service items such as timing belts, water pumps, and clutch components may already have been addressed, though that would need to be confirmed through the service book rather than MOT data alone. Given the unblemished MOT history, there are no specific components flagged in the records that demand targeted investigation, but a buyer should still perform a thorough physical and dynamic inspection. On a test drive, pay close attention to the typical Ford C-Max weak points not formally tested but worth checking: listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed bumps, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes or drop links, and feel for any vagueness or wandering in the steering that could point to worn track rod ends. Apply the brakes firmly from around 40 mph to check for any pull to one side, vibration through the pedal, or grinding noises that might suggest binding calipers or warped front discs. Examine the rear brake drums or discs for any signs of uneven wear or corrosion, as these are common advisory areas on cars of this vintage. Finally, inspect the underbody, sills, and subframe mounting points for any surface rust or bubbling paint, particularly around the wheel arches and jacking points, as corrosion can develop silently between MOT tests even when no structural advisories are issued. In practical terms, the absence of MOT advisories does not constitute a guarantee of future condition, particularly on a thirteen-year-old vehicle, so a pre-purchase inspection by an independent garage remains highly advisable. Confirm the service history independently, paying particular attention to the timing belt or chain replacement interval, the condition and age of the coolant, and any records relating to the dual-clutch powershift gearbox if this is the automatic variant, as these transmissions are known to require careful maintenance. Verify that all warning lights extinguish promptly on ignition and that the air conditioning functions correctly, as these are common failure points not assessed under MOT. With its clean testing record and proportionate mileage, this C-Max represents a lower-risk prospect than many of its peers, provided the mechanical checks outlined above confirm that the underlying condition matches the paperwork.