2016 Ford C-MAX 1.5L Diesel · KW65 BCV

The vehicle's most recent MOT test on 29 October 2025 shows a pass, but the maintenance trend appears to be worsening due to several new advisories. While the 2023 and 2024 tests recorded no defects, the 2025 inspection flagged multiple consumable wear items. The tester noted that both nearside and offside front tyres are worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges, alongside an advisory for front brake pads wearing thin. The vehicle has covered 55,378 miles over its ten-year lifespan, averaging approximately 5,538 miles per year. This represents relatively low annual usage for a 2016 model. The MOT history shows consistent annual testing from 2021 through 2025, with no significant gaps in the record. The lack of recorded mileage for individual years prevents a precise assessment of annual distance fluctuations, but the overall accumulation remains low. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front braking system and tyre condition. The 2025 advisories regarding thin brake pads and edge-worn tyres suggest that the front axle components are approaching the end of their service life. The uneven tyre wear specifically warrants an investigation into the wheel alignment or suspension geometry to ensure no underlying issues exist with the steering or suspension bushes. The previous advisories from 2021 and 2022 regarding a deteriorated front registration plate and the presence of engine covers and under trays have not recurred in the most recent test. This indicates those specific minor issues were likely addressed. Focus should remain on the mechanical consumables flagged in the latest report to determine the immediate cost of bringing the vehicle up to standard.