2008 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · MM08 OEH

The 2008 Ford C-Max shows a consistent history of mechanical wear related to its age, particularly regarding suspension and braking components. In the most recent test in December 2024 at 106,916 miles, the vehicle passed with advisories for front suspension arm bushes and corroded brake discs. This mirrors a trend seen in the 2022 test at 106,317 miles, where the tester flagged front suspension arm bushes and noted that the rear brakes were binding. The recurring nature of these issues suggests that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, the suspension hardware is reaching the end of its service life. At 106,916 miles, the car has covered relatively low ground for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,940 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber components like bushes and seals, which aligns with the repeated advisories for suspension wear and corrosion. The mileage gap between the 2022 and 2024 tests is minimal, indicating the vehicle has been driven sparingly over the last two years, which necessitates a thorough inspection of the chassis for surface corrosion or seized brake calipers. Structural integrity appears stable based on the records, as no major structural failures have been reported over the years. The failure in 2013 was limited to a dipped beam headlamp and a wiper blade, both of which appear to have been rectified in subsequent tests. A buyer should prioritize checking the front suspension assembly and the condition of the rear brake discs to ensure the reported corrosion and binding have not progressed to requiring immediate and expensive replacement.