2008 Ford C-MAX 1.8L Petrol · MF58 VCN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test on January 2025 at 67,679 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior. That failure identified multiple critical issues including a fractured nearside coil spring, thin brake pads, and a structural tyre failure. The pattern suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach the point of legal failure, which indicates an inconsistent approach to routine mechanical upkeep. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,760 miles per year. This low usage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, but the data shows it has led to age-related degradation. Between November 2021 and January 2025, the car covered only 12,135 miles, yet suffered from multiple perished tyres and corroded suspension components. The recurring cracking and perishing of rubber-based parts are consistent with a vehicle that sits for long periods, leading to material dry rot regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must scrutinise the front drive assembly thoroughly, as the CV boots have appeared severely deteriorated in four consecutive tests between 2022 and 2025. This persistent issue suggests either poor-quality replacement parts or a failure to ensure the boots are seated soundly. Furthermore, the 2023 record noted corrosion on the rear suspension arms and anti-roll bars. Although these were not classed as seriously weakened at that time, the presence of rust on a low-mileage car alongside a fractured spring in 2025 highlights a need for a close inspection of the structural integrity of the subframe to ensure corrosion is not progressing beyond surface level.