2014 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · PO64 VGU

The 2014 Ford C-MAX presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 1 July 2025 at 77,090 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is particularly significant because the vehicle failed its previous test just one day earlier on 30 June 2025 at 77,075 miles for two distinct issues: exhaust emissions exceeding the manufacturer's specified limit and a loose heat shield. The fact that both defects were rectified within 24 hours suggests the previous owner addressed the failures promptly rather than deferring repairs. The emissions failure under Section 8.2.2.2(a) points to a combustion or catalytic converter efficiency issue that warranted investigation, while the loose heat shield is a relatively straightforward fix. The clean pass that followed confirms both were resolved satisfactorily. The mileage pattern tells a consistent story of typical use. The vehicle accumulated approximately 10,000 miles per year between June 2022 at 46,661 miles and July 2024 at 66,186 miles, then added roughly 10,900 miles in the following twelve months leading to the July 2025 test at 77,090 miles. This is broadly in line with the vehicle's overall average of around 6,400 miles per year across its twelve-year life, though the recent uptick in annual mileage suggests the car has been used more intensively in the past two years. The mileage progression is steady with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps that would raise concerns about odometer tampering or prolonged periods of inactivity. The July 2024 test at 66,186 miles flagged both front brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored, though not seriously weakened. This is a common finding on vehicles of this age and mileage, and the subsequent clean pass in 2025 indicates the discs and pads were likely replaced as part of the remedial work ahead of the retest. A buyer should still inspect the current condition of the braking system in person, checking for uneven disc thickness, lipping at the edges, and pad depth. The loose heat shield noted in June 2025 also warrants a visual check beneath the vehicle to confirm it is securely mounted and that no exhaust components show signs of corrosion or fatigue. Given the emissions failure, a live data scan of lambda sensor readings and catalytic converter efficiency would provide additional confidence that the engine management system is operating within parameters. The overall record reflects a vehicle that has been maintained reactively but effectively, with defects identified and corrected rather than ignored.