2013 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · GV62 KFO

The 2013 Ford C-Max has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with the most recent test on 2025-07-21 showing a single minor fail—offside headlamp aim—while the primary test passed without defects. This suggests the vehicle has been largely compliant with UK safety standards, though the double-entry on the same date indicates a quick rectification of the lighting issue. The absence of major advisories or repeated structural failures in the latest tests is reassuring, though the 2022 record reveals thin rear brake pads and edge wear on tyres, which would have required attention before the 2023 test. The oil leak noted in 2022, though described as non-excessive, implies potential wear in the valve cover gasket or cylinder head seals—a condition that should be monitored for progression. Mileage accumulation has been steady at approximately 5,000–6,000 miles annually, consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests reflects 2,455 miles in a year, while the interval between 2024 and 2025 saw 5,163 miles—neither extreme, but the latter suggests slightly heavier usage in the past year. There are no red flags in the mileage pattern, though the 2025 test occurred just 14 days before the current date, meaning the vehicle has not yet reached its next MOT due date. This could indicate either recent registration or a deliberate avoidance of the 2026 test cycle, though without further context, it remains neutral. A buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the rear brake system, given the 2022 advisory on thin pads, which would have required replacement before the 2023 test. The tyre edge wear from 2022 implies potential alignment or suspension issues, so the condition of coil springs, suspension bushes, and wheel bearings should be closely examined for uneven wear or corrosion. The 2022 oil leak advisory warrants checking for persistent drips around the valve cover or cylinder head, as well as the condition of the undertrays—if fitted—to assess whether rust or fluid leaks have compromised structural integrity. Finally, the headlamp aim fail suggests either a misadjusted unit or a failing bulb housing, so the electrical connections and beam alignment should be verified.