2008 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · SH08 SSK

The vehicle shows a concerning decline in structural and mechanical condition following a previously clean record in 2021. In the February 2024 test at 93,034 miles, the car failed due to critical safety issues including a bonnet at risk of opening inadvertently and a fractured nearside rear MacPherson strut. While it passed the re-test ten days later at 93,045 miles, several significant defects remain noted, specifically fractures in the front integral body structure and the nearside rear quarter. The presence of corrosion on the front and rear subframe mountings suggests that the structural integrity of the chassis is being actively compromised by rust. At 93,045 miles, the car has covered relatively low mileage for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging around 5,100 miles per year. This low usage appears to have resulted in neglect of routine maintenance, evidenced by the recurring reports of pitted and scored brake discs from 2019 through 2024. The tester in 2024 noted that front brake pads were worn thin and rear pads were below the 1.5mm legal limit, indicating a consistent pattern of delaying consumable replacements until they reached failure. The maintenance history reveals a trend of worsening structural issues. While the 2023 and 2022 tests noted minor corrosion, the 2024 record identified actual fractures in the bodywork and significant corrosion on subframe mounts. A prospective buyer should be wary of the structural fractures and the subframe corrosion, as these indicate potential long-term issues with moisture and metal. The binding nearside rear brake and perished tyre from the latest test suggest the vehicle requires immediate attention to ensure safe roadworthiness.