2014 Ford B-MAX 1.5L Diesel · LM63 YLL

Recurring exhaust emission failures and a history of suspension wear characterize the mechanical record of this vehicle, which most recently passed its MOT on 11 December 2025 after a series of failures. The record shows a pattern of critical components, specifically tyre tread depths and emissions levels, reaching dangerous or major failure thresholds before being rectified, as seen in the multiple failed attempts in late 2025 and the dangerous tyre failure in 2022. The recorded mileage of 102,612 miles over 12 years represents a typical annual average of approximately 8,551 miles. This steady usage pattern indicates that wear on consumables, suspension linkages, and the drivetrain is consistent with the vehicle's age, though it places the car in a mileage bracket where rubber components and bushings are prone to degradation and require more frequent monitoring. Inspection should focus on the rear suspension, as both nearside and offside rear suspension arm pins or bushes were flagged as excessively worn in late 2025. During a test drive, listen for knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed cornering, which may indicate remaining play in the suspension linkages. Additionally, the front brake pads were noted as wearing thin in both 2023 and 2024, so the current thickness of the pads and the smoothness of the pedal response should be verified. The emissions system has been a recurring point of failure, with exhaust emissions exceeding limits in 2022 and again in 2025. A prospective buyer should check for any unusual exhaust smoke or a rough idle that could suggest ongoing efficiency issues. Furthermore, the history of dangerous and major tyre tread failures, combined with a recent advisory for a worn nearside front tyre, necessitates a close inspection of all four tyres for uneven wear patterns, which could point to underlying wheel alignment or suspension geometry problems.