2013 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Petrol · LS13 RWU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 19 March 2026 at 32 392 miles, although the tester flagged a centre‑tread/outer‑edge crack on the offside rear tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)). The maintenance trend shows an improvement after the severe 2022‑04‑01 failure, which included a rear shock‑absorber fluid leak, worn front brake pads, a low headlamp aim and a parking‑brake lever with excessive movement. Those issues were resolved by the March 2023 test, which recorded no defects, yet the recurring rear‑tyre damage from 2022 through 2026 indicates a persistent under‑carriage or alignment concern that has not been fully addressed. Mileage accumulation has been modest, averaging roughly 2 500 miles per year over the car’s 13‑year life, a pattern that reflects light usage. The log shows steady increments: from 11 897 miles in March 2016 to 32 392 miles in March 2026, with each annual interval adding between 1 500 and 4 000 miles. A notable gap appears between July 2019 and January 2021, during which no MOT was recorded, suggesting a period of non‑use or informal roadworthiness. The double entry on 21 March 2023 (a pass followed by a fail on the same day for a TPMS fault) also highlights a brief lapse in system integrity. A prospective buyer should inspect the rear offside tyre for cracking and ensure the suspension bushes and rear shock‑absorber mounts are free of fluid leaks. The parking‑brake lever should be checked for excessive play, and the rear brake pads and discs examined for uneven wear. Headlamp aim and the TPMS sensor require verification, as does the condition of the front brake pads noted in 2018. Finally, a thorough visual survey for corrosion on the rear subframe and any signs of uneven tyre wear will reveal whether the underlying alignment or suspension geometry needs correction before further use.