2016 Ford B-MAX 1.0L Petrol · LT66 UOG

The 2016 Ford B-Max presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 24 July 2025 at 50,018 miles with zero defects recorded. The only blemish in the entire history occurred during the 8 August 2024 test at 43,296 miles, where the tester flagged an obviously incorrect offside headlamp aim and a non-functioning offside stop lamp. Both defects were rectified before the same-day retest passed without advisories. This pattern indicates a single minor electrical and alignment issue that was promptly addressed, rather than a recurring or neglected fault. No structural, suspension, braking, or emissions defects have ever appeared across five recorded tests spanning nearly four years. The mileage profile tells a clear story of very light use. Between the August 2022 test at 27,938 miles and the August 2024 test at 43,296 miles, the car covered 15,358 miles in two years, averaging roughly 7,679 miles annually. That figure then drops sharply to just 6,722 miles over the following twelve months leading to the July 2025 test. At roughly 5,002 miles per year across its full ten-year life, this is well below the UK average of around 7,900 miles annually. The low and slightly declining recent mileage suggests the vehicle has been used for short, local journeys in its later years, which can place disproportionate wear on the battery, exhaust after-treatment system, and brake components due to incomplete warm-up cycles. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that low-mileage, short-trip usage tends to accelerate deterioration in. Check the exhaust system for signs of corrosion or moisture accumulation, particularly around the silencer and joints, as infrequent high-temperature runs prevent moisture from evaporating and promote internal rust. Inspect the brake discs and pads for surface corrosion and uneven wear, since light use without sustained braking can lead to pad glazing and disc scoring. Examine the tyre sidewalls for perishing and cracking, as age-related degradation affects rubber regardless of tread depth, and verify that all lamp units and electrical connectors remain fully functional given the single historical lamp fault. Finally, inspect the underside for any signs of surface corrosion on suspension mounting points, subframe areas, and brake line fittings, as prolonged standing periods can allow moisture to settle on exposed metal components.