2017 Ford C-MAX 1.5L Diesel · SF17 YDR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear worsening trajectory regarding its suspension assembly. The most recent test in October 2025 at 89,136 miles revealed a significant increase in advisories compared to the previous year's record. While the car passed, the accumulation of faults across the suspension arm bushes, trailing arm bushes, and steering rack joints indicates that the rubber-to-metal components are reaching the end of their functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between the 2024 test at 77,833 miles and the October 2025 test at 89,136 miles, the car covered over 11,000 miles. This steady usage explains the rapid degradation of the front suspension and steering components, which were relatively clean during the test recorded in September 2023. A buyer must address several critical mechanical concerns identified in the history. The October 2025 report flagged play in the steering rack inner joints and multiple worn bushes on both front and rear axles, which will affect handling precision and tyre wear. Most concerning is the tester noting that a factory undertray prevented a full inspection of the subframe due to suspected corrosion. This represents a potential structural risk that requires a physical underbody inspection to confirm the integrity of the chassis. Furthermore, the record shows a history of neglected consumable maintenance, evidenced by all four tyres being near the legal limit in 2021 and the front pair failing again in 2025. The brake system showed signs of pitting and thin pads in 2022, suggesting the owner typically only replaces components when prompted. A thorough inspection of the offside front upper top mount bearing and the condition of the subframe is essential before purchase.