2013 Ford B-MAX 1.4L Petrol · GL13 XMA
2013 Ford B-MAX (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2013. Recorded mileage 23,364 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- FORD B-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/07/2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/08/2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 23,364 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 1388cc
GL13 XMA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2017
- 23,364 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
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.
GL13 XMA Mileage History
- 16/02/201615,874 mi
- 13/07/201617,332 mi+1,458 mi
- 06/07/201723,364 mi+6,032 mi
- 06/07/201723,364 mi
Average of roughly 5,407 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
GL13 XMA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Ford B-Max (GL13 XMA) between February 2016 and July 2017.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 July 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Nearside Front Brake hose leaking At the caliper (3.6.A.1)”.
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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