2013 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · PO13 PWL

The 2013 Ford C-MAX presents a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 12 March 2026, passing with zero defects recorded at 63,079 miles. This result caps a five-year run of consecutive first-time passes with no advisories or failures, indicating a stable and well-maintained vehicle. The absence of recurring faults across the entire recorded history suggests the previous owner kept on top of routine servicing and rectified issues proactively rather than allowing defects to accumulate. The mileage profile tells a clear story. Annual increments between tests have remained remarkably consistent, averaging roughly 2,500 to 2,700 miles per year. The car covered 1,965 miles between March 2025 and March 2026, 2,635 miles between March 2024 and March 2025, and 2,772 miles between March 2023 and March 2024. At approximately 4,852 miles per year over its thirteen-year life, this is well below the UK average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles annually. Such low use typically reduces wear on consumables and drivetrain components, but it also raises the possibility of prolonged periods standing still, which can cause flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, and deteriorated rubber bushes. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles that sit for extended intervals can develop dried-out suspension bushes, perished tyre sidewalls with adequate tread depth, and surface corrosion on brake discs and exposed metal components. Check the tyre manufacture dates to confirm they are not aged beyond six years, even if tread depth remains legal. Inspect the underside for any early signs of structural corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, sills, and the exhaust system, as short-trip use accelerates moisture retention and rust formation. The braking and suspension systems deserve particular attention during a test drive. Listen for any binding or dragging sensations from the rear brakes, feel for vague or uneven steering that could indicate worn track rod ends or drop links, and listen for clunking over speed bumps that would point to worn anti-roll bar bushes or deteriorated shock absorbers. Given the complete absence of flagged defects in the MOT history, any such symptoms would be unexpected and could indicate a developing issue that has not yet reached the threshold for a tester advisory. Overall, the record paints a picture of a carefully looked-after vehicle, but a pre-purchase inspection remains essential to confirm that the clean paperwork matches the physical condition underneath.