2011 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · SC60 EMK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 18 May 2026 at 96,485 miles with no defects recorded. However, the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test suggests a clean sheet, previous years indicate a pattern where mechanical and structural faults are only addressed after failing an inspection, particularly regarding the braking system, suspension, and electronic monitoring components. At 15 years old with 96,485 miles, the C-Max has aged at a consistent rate of approximately 6,400 miles per year, which is typical for a family vehicle of this era. The data shows steady usage patterns between 2020 and 2026, where the vehicle covered over 30,000 miles in six years. This consistent mileage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, though the frequency of failures between 2022 and 2025 indicates that the age has contributed to the degradation of rubber components and metal hardware. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and suspension geometry due to recurring issues. The tester repeatedly flagged corroding on the offside front brake hose starting in 2021, with the nearside front showing similar degradation by early 2024. The suspension history also shows fractured anti-roll bar mounts and linkages in both 2022 and 2025, alongside noted wear on trailing arm bushes. Furthermore, the repeated inner edge wear on rear tyres in 2022 and 2023 suggests persistent alignment issues or worn components that should be verified. The electronic history requires close attention following the January 2024 failure which involved an inoperative engine management warning light, an ABS fault, and an electronic stability control malfunction. While these were reportedly rectified for the subsequent pass, a buyer must ensure that no warning lights remain illuminated and that the underlying sensors are functioning correctly. The exhaust system also showed corroded mounting brackets in 2024, which indicates surface rust on the undercarriage that warrants monitoring to ensure the structural integrity of the exhaust remains secure.