2013 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Petrol · FL13 RJO
2013 Ford B-MAX (1.6L, petrol). First registered 15 May 2013. Recorded mileage 136,721 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD B-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,721 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FL13 RJO Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 136,721 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FL13 RJO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Ford B-Max (FL13 RJO) between February 2016 and July 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 22 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))”.
FL13 RJO Mileage History
- 16/02/201617,658 mi
- 15/02/201735,591 mi+17,933 mi
- 09/02/201852,400 mi+16,809 mi
- 08/02/201968,266 mi+15,866 mi
- 14/02/202085,872 mi+17,606 mi
- 14/02/202085,872 mi
- 02/11/202091,870 mi+5,998 mi
- 18/10/2021102,886 mi+11,016 mi
- 10/10/2022121,576 mi+18,690 mi
- 19/10/2022121,825 mi+249 mi
- 20/10/2022121,825 mi
- 21/08/2023125,177 mi+3,352 mi
- 04/07/2024130,808 mi+5,631 mi
- 05/07/2024130,808 mi
- 22/07/2025132,537 mi+1,729 mi
- 22/07/2025132,537 mi
- 22/07/2026136,721 mi+4,184 mi
Average of roughly 11,417 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford B-Max (B299)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Common Problems: FORD B-MAX
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- PowerShift Gearbox Judder and Failure(Serious)
The dry-clutch 6DCT250 PowerShift automatic is notoriously problematic. Juddering on pull-away, hesitation during gear changes and eventual clutch or mechatronic failure are common, especially on cars used in stop-start urban traffic.
- Sliding Door Mechanism and Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The innovative sliding rear doors can fail to lock properly, trigger dashboard warnings, or become difficult to close. Faulty door latches, sensor failures or worn wiring in the door channels are the usual culprits.
- 1.0 EcoBoost Wet Belt and Coolant Leaks(Serious)
The 1.0 EcoBoost engine uses an oil-bath timing belt that degrades over time. The cooling system is also prone to leaks from the expansion tank and hoses. Left unfixed, coolant loss can lead to overheating and cylinder head damage.
- Electrical Gremlins and Battery Drain(Moderate)
The B-Max can develop battery drain issues especially if left unused for a few days. General electrical gremlins include infotainment glitches and heated windscreen failures.
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- PowerShift Gearbox Judder and FailureSerious
The dry-clutch 6DCT250 PowerShift automatic is notoriously problematic. Juddering on pull-away, hesitation during gear changes and eventual clutch or mechatronic failure are common, especially on cars used in stop-start urban traffic.
- Sliding Door Mechanism and Sensor FaultsModerate
The innovative sliding rear doors can fail to lock properly, trigger dashboard warnings, or become difficult to close. Faulty door latches, sensor failures or worn wiring in the door channels are the usual culprits.
- 1.0 EcoBoost Wet Belt and Coolant LeaksSerious
The 1.0 EcoBoost engine uses an oil-bath timing belt that degrades over time. The cooling system is also prone to leaks from the expansion tank and hoses. Left unfixed, coolant loss can lead to overheating and cylinder head damage.
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