2013 Ford B-MAX 1.0L Petrol · LO13 KMU

The vehicle presents a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT pass in October 2025 at 44,752 miles confirming its current roadworthiness. While the vehicle consistently passes, the record shows a persistent pattern of recurring advisories rather than sudden mechanical failures. The maintenance trend is characterized by the slow progression of minor wear items, particularly regarding the braking system and suspension components, which have appeared in consecutive tests over several years. The vehicle has covered 44,752 miles over its 13-year lifespan, averaging approximately 3,442 miles per year. This low annual mileage is consistent throughout the record, showing steady, incremental increases between tests. For example, the distance between the October 2024 test at 43,757 miles and the October 2025 test at 44,752 miles represents only 995 miles of use. This pattern suggests the car is used for short, infrequent journeys, which can sometimes lead to secondary issues like tyre perishing or brake surface corrosion due to lack of regular heavy use. A prospective buyer should focus on the offside rear shock absorbers, which have been flagged for light oil misting since at least October 2019. Although these have remained an advisory for six years, the continued presence of this leak suggests the component is nearing the end of its effective service life. The braking system also requires attention; the tester flagged pitted or scored offside front inner brake discs in October 2023, 2024, and 2025. This indicates that while the discs are not yet structurally compromised, the surface condition is deteriorating. The history also reveals a long-standing issue with stone chips on the windscreen and a history of seat belt webbing damage noted in 2021 and 2022. While the seat belt issue was resolved, the recurring windscreen damage should be checked for any potential for spreading cracks. Finally, the 2019 failure regarding sill covers preventing a full inspection suggests a need to verify the structural integrity of the sills for any hidden corrosion, despite the low mileage.