2015 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Petrol · MW15 ABU
2015 Ford B-MAX (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19/06/2015. Recorded mileage 72,796 miles. MOT valid until 11/06/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD B-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,796 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2015
- Engine
- 1596cc
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MW15 ABU Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
- 72,796 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Ford Ford B-Max (B299)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MW15 ABU Mileage History
- 06/03/201834,236 mi
- 06/03/201834,236 mi
- 18/02/201940,909 mi+6,673 mi
- 01/03/201941,282 mi+373 mi
- 18/03/202047,244 mi+5,962 mi
- 12/06/202151,428 mi+4,184 mi
- 13/06/202254,455 mi+3,027 mi
- 02/06/202356,513 mi+2,058 mi
- 03/06/202356,516 mi+3 mi
- 11/06/202460,588 mi+4,072 mi
- 13/06/202460,588 mi
- 10/06/202565,808 mi+5,220 mi
- 10/06/202672,793 mi+6,985 mi
- 11/06/202672,796 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 4,665 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
MW15 ABU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Ford B-Max (MW15 ABU) between March 2018 and June 2026.
The record contains 9 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 11 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
Common Problems: FORD B-MAX
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- PowerShift Gearbox Judder and Failure(Serious)
The dry-clutch 6DCT250 PowerShift automatic is notoriously problematic. Juddering on pull-away, hesitation during gear changes and eventual clutch or mechatronic failure are common, especially on cars used in stop-start urban traffic.
- Sliding Door Mechanism and Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The innovative sliding rear doors can fail to lock properly, trigger dashboard warnings, or become difficult to close. Faulty door latches, sensor failures or worn wiring in the door channels are the usual culprits.
- 1.0 EcoBoost Wet Belt and Coolant Leaks(Serious)
The 1.0 EcoBoost engine uses an oil-bath timing belt that degrades over time. The cooling system is also prone to leaks from the expansion tank and hoses. Left unfixed, coolant loss can lead to overheating and cylinder head damage.
- Electrical Gremlins and Battery Drain(Moderate)
The B-Max can develop battery drain issues especially if left unused for a few days. General electrical gremlins include infotainment glitches and heated windscreen failures.
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