2012 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · FN12 GZJ

This 2012 Ford C-MAX presents a clean MOT record with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 14 February 2022 at 141,548 miles passed with zero defects recorded, indicating no outstanding mechanical or structural concerns at that point. However, that test is now over four years old, meaning the vehicle has not been formally inspected since early 2022. No subsequent MOT exists in the record, which is a significant gap for a car of this age and mileage. Without a current certificate, no assumption of continued roadworthiness can be made. The mileage pattern tells an unusual story. Between the 2019 test at 104,713 miles and the 2021 test at 132,480 miles, the car covered 27,767 miles in under two years, a sharp increase averaging roughly 16,000 miles annually. Yet between the 2021 test and the February 2022 test, the odometer moved just 9,068 miles, and after that test the recorded mileage appears to have stopped entirely, with no further entries logged through to the present date in June 2026. The vehicle may have been sitting unused for an extended period, or the mileage data may simply be incomplete. Either scenario warrants caution, as prolonged standing can cause flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, corroded brake discs, dried-out rubber bushes, and fuel system degradation. Despite the clean MOT history, the lack of a recent test means a buyer should treat this car as unverified. The 2012 C-MAX is known to develop corrosion on rear suspension mounting points, subframes, and inner wing arches, particularly if it has been standing or used on salted roads. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be inspected for deterioration, and the braking system checked thoroughly for binding calipers and uneven disc wear, both common on this platform. The clutch and dual-mass flywheel should be assessed for play or rattling, as these are known failure points on higher-mileage Ford petrol and diesel engines. Exhaust emissions and DPF condition, if diesel, also need live testing. A full pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly advised. The clean historical record is encouraging, but four years without a formal roadworthiness check leaves too many unknowns. Tyre age, fluid condition, coolant system integrity, and the presence of any structural corrosion must all be verified in person before committing to purchase.