2012 Ford C-MAX 1.0L Petrol · GY62 XSM

The vehicle presents a strong roadworthiness profile with a highly stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on July 8, 2025 at 79,366 miles passed with no defects recorded, following a curious failure exactly one day prior at 79,363 miles. Because the failure record lists no defects, this likely indicates an administrative error or a minor technicality that was rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Since the December 2022 test, the car has maintained a clean record, suggesting a consistent level of care by recent owners. The mileage pattern is notably low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,669 miles per year. Between December 2022 and July 2025, the car covered 9,314 miles, which reflects infrequent short-distance use. The jump of 4,792 miles between 2024 and 2025 follows this trend. Such low mileage generally results in less wear on drivetrain components, engine internals, and suspension bushings compared to high-mileage examples, though long periods of standing still can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or seized brake components. Given the lack of recorded mechanical advisories, a physical inspection should focus on age-related degradation common in low-use vehicles. Check the sidewalls of the tyres for dry cracking, which often occurs despite deep tread depth. Examine the brake discs for surface pitting and binding calipers that may result from prolonged inactivity. While the MOT record shows no history of structural integrity issues or heavy corrosion advisories, a manual check of the sills and wheel arches remains necessary to ensure any surface rust remains superficial rather than structural.