2011 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · PY11 BTZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a history of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test on 2 July 2025 at 101,078 miles, the immediate failure on that date indicates that faults are only addressed when forced by law. The trend shows a persistent neglect of secondary components, particularly the front exhaust mounting which has remained flagged as defective across three consecutive annual testing cycles from 2023 to 2025. At 101,078 miles, this 15-year-old Ford reflects a consistent average of approximately 6,700 miles per year. The data shows steady usage between tests, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between July 2023 and June 2024, and another 8,200 miles between June 2024 and July 2025. This regular mileage pattern suggests the vehicle is not sitting excessively, but the age of the car means rubber components and suspension elements are likely reaching age-related degradation seen in the record. A buyer must focus closely on the front suspension and steering assembly. The record notes a worn offside front inner suspension arm bush in 2025 and previous play in the steering rack inner joints noted in 2023. These issues, combined with a failed nearside anti-roll bar linkage in the 2025 failure, suggest the front end is developing significant wear. The braking system also shows a pattern of neglect, with rear pads and discs failing the test in 2025 and front components failing further back in 2023. Tyre management is another clear weakness for this vehicle. The July 2025 test found all four tyres worn to the legal limit with uneven edge wear, which often indicates an alignment issue or worn shock absorbers. The previous history of exposed cords and perished rubber on the offside rear suggests the owner has ignored basic consumable maintenance. Any physical inspection should verify that the front exhaust mounting has actually been replaced, as this recurring failure can lead to excessive vibration and structural damage if left untreated.