2017 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Petrol · RA17 FBL
2017 Ford B-MAX (1.6L, petrol). First registered 25/07/2017. Recorded mileage 45,097 miles. MOT valid until 25/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD B-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,097 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1596cc
RA17 FBL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 45,097 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
RA17 FBL Mileage History
- 28/06/202335,406 mi
- 26/01/202439,531 mi+4,125 mi
- 26/01/202439,531 mi
- 23/01/202541,929 mi+2,398 mi
- 13/01/202645,097 mi+3,168 mi
Average of roughly 3,806 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RA17 FBL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Ford B-Max (RA17 FBL) between June 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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