2015 Ford C-MAX 1.5L Diesel · SC15 AEG

The most recent MOT on 2025-06-03 showed the vehicle passed with 73,057 miles, but a prior failure on 2025-05-23 at 73,031 miles revealed multiple critical issues. These included a non-functional engine MIL light, nearside front tyre tread below 1.6mm, an offside front tyre with exposed ply, and worn front brake discs and pads. The proximity of the failure to the subsequent pass suggests urgent repairs were made, but the severity of the defects highlights safety risks. Recurring mechanical patterns include tyre and brake wear, along with suspension component failures. The 2024-05-30 MOT failed due to a worn anti-roll bar linkage, while earlier tests noted minor issues like an insecure exhaust shield. These defects point to gradual degradation in critical systems, with no clear evidence of improvement. The 2025 failure’s focus on tyres, brakes, and the MIL light indicates potential neglect or accelerated wear in high-use components. The vehicle’s mileage of 73,057 miles over 11 years aligns with average annual usage (6,642 miles), suggesting neither excessive wear nor prolonged inactivity. However, the frequency of failures in 2024–2025 implies that components like brakes, tyres, and suspension may be nearing the end of their service life. While the trend isn’t definitively worsening, the repetition of similar issues raises concerns about long-term reliability.