2015 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · RO15 DVM

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 6 March 2026, though it carries an advisory regarding a worn and slightly distorted nearside rear tyre. Looking at the broader history, the maintenance trend appears stable, with the car passing most tests without significant mechanical failure. The 2023 failure was due to a missing wheel fixing and a cut tyre rather than structural or systemic mechanical degradation, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a roadworthy condition, albeit with a tendency to let tyre wear reach the legal limit before replacement. With a recorded mileage of 71,145 miles over an eleven year period, the vehicle has averaged approximately 6,468 miles per year. This is considered typical usage for a family vehicle of this age and suggests a balanced duty cycle. This level of mileage avoids the risks associated with long periods of standing, such as seized brake calipers or perished seals, while remaining low enough to suggest that major drivetrain components and suspension bushings should still have significant remaining service life, provided the service history is up to date. The recurring advisories and failures regarding tyre wear, specifically the mentions of front tyres being worn on the edges and the most recent report of a distorted rear tyre, are points of concern. This pattern often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension components, such as toe-and-camber misalignment or failing suspension bushes. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for any unusual humming or droning noises from the tyres and check for steering drift. A physical inspection of the tyre treads is essential to identify uneven wear patterns, which would necessitate a full four-wheel alignment and potentially the replacement of worn suspension arms or tie rods. While brake pads were noted as wearing thin in 2021, there have been no further mentions, suggesting they may have been replaced. However, the buyer should verify this through service records or by checking the remaining pad thickness. During the test drive, any shuddering under braking or a soft pedal should be investigated as potential signs of warped brake discs or air in the hydraulic system. Given the age of the vehicle, it is also imperative to verify that the engine oil and coolant have been changed according to the manufacturer's calendar-based intervals, regardless of the moderate annual mileage, to ensure long-term engine health and prevent internal corrosion.