2007 Ford C-MAX 2.0L Lpg · MW07 USC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a progression of deteriorating suspension and steering components. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 67,272 miles passed, the tester identified corrosion on the offside rear suspension mounting area and play in the offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. This follows a 2024 failure where both front suspension arm ball joint dust covers were found severely deteriorated, indicating that rubber components are actively reaching the end of their service life. At 67,272 miles, this nineteen-year-old C-Max has exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage patterns, with only 1,619 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests. However, the low frequency of use combined with the age often leads to age-related failure of perish parts, which is evidenced by the perished offside rear tyre and the deteriorating steering gaiters noted in the 2023 records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension structure to ensure the noted corrosion on the offside rear mounting does not progress into a structural failure. The recurring issues with ball joint dust covers and steering rack gaiters suggest that the front-end assembly requires a comprehensive check to prevent internal component wear from dirt ingress. Additionally, the nearside front oil leak reported in 2023 should be monitored to ensure it remains a minor seepage and does not evolve into an active gasket or seal failure given the age of the vehicle.