2014 Ford B-MAX 1.0L Petrol · M7 HTW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed the 20 January 2026 MOT at 57,648 miles with no recorded defects. The preceding 19 January 2026 test failed for a major exhaust leak and out‑of‑specification lambda reading, so the recent pass demonstrates an improving maintenance trend after remedial work. At twelve years old the B‑MAX has accumulated 57,648 miles, roughly 4,800 miles per year – well below the average for its age. Between the 19 January 2024 pass (35,026 miles) and the 13 January 2025 pass (45,111 miles) the odometer rose by about 10,000 miles in a year, then jumped another 11,600 miles to 56,706 miles by the 19 December 2025 failure. The final 22‑mile increase to the January 2026 tests suggests a recent slowdown. No long periods of inactivity appear in the record, but the acceleration of mileage after 2024 indicates a shift to more intensive use. A prospective buyer should verify that the exhaust system is now sound – inspect the flexi pipe, check for any lingering leaks, and confirm that the lambda sensor operates within limits. The off‑side front seat‑belt webbing, flagged as significantly weakened in the 19 December 2025 failure, must be examined for fraying or cuts, and the headlamp aim should be checked for correct alignment. Given the recent mileage surge, a thorough visual inspection of tyre tread, brake discs and pads, and suspension components such as bushes and coil springs is advisable. Finally, a cursory survey for any corrosion or structural rust will confirm that the low‑mileage history has not masked underlying wear.