2017 Ford C-MAX 1.0L Petrol · MD17 JFG

The 2017 Ford C-MAX presents a generally stable mechanical profile, passing its most recent MOT on 24 April 2026 at 65,593 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly consistent, though a recurring pattern of tyre wear and minor advisories suggests routine consumable upkeep was occasionally delayed rather than proactively managed. The April 2026 test flagged a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on its inner edge, indicating the vehicle has likely been driven on under-inflated or misaligned front tyres for some time. No structural or serious mechanical failures have ever been recorded, which is reassuring for a vehicle of this age. Mileage accumulation is steady and typical for a family MPV of this generation. Between October 2022 at 31,358 miles and April 2026 at 65,593 miles, the car covered 34,235 miles in roughly three and a half years, averaging around 9,800 miles per year in that window. Earlier years were lighter, with only 3,128 miles added between November 2023 and July 2024, suggesting a period of reduced use or short trips. The overall annualised figure of approximately 7,288 miles is unremarkable for a nine-year-old vehicle and does not raise concerns about excessive wear or neglect through prolonged inactivity. The most notable recurring issue across the record is tyre condition. Advisories for worn or perishing tyres appeared in 2022, 2025, and again in 2026, affecting both axles. Inner-edge wear on the nearside front in the latest test points toward possible tracking misalignment or suspension bush degradation rather than simple neglect. A buyer should inspect the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and tracking geometry in person, as uneven tyre wear at this frequency often masks deeper alignment or steering issues. The rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in October 2022 at 31,358 miles, and while no further brake defects have since been recorded, it would be prudent to check the condition of the rear discs and pads given the mileage now on the clock. The windscreen damage noted in July 2024 was minor and did not affect the driver's view, but a close inspection for any crack propagation is still advisable.