2012 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Diesel · GL04 FAZ
2012 Ford B-MAX (1.6L, diesel). First registered 22/10/2012. Recorded mileage 88,579 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- FORD B-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,579 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1560cc
GL04 FAZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/05/2025
- 88,579 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for Ford Ford B-Max (B299)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
GL04 FAZ Mileage History
- 24/05/202278,991 mi
- 09/06/202278,995 mi+4 mi
- 24/05/202381,803 mi+2,808 mi
- 11/05/202485,124 mi+3,321 mi
- 31/05/202588,579 mi+3,455 mi
Average of roughly 3,176 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GL04 FAZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Ford B-Max (GL04 FAZ) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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