2013 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · SM62 ACF

The 2013 Ford C-Max shows a stable roadworthiness trend with no recorded defects across its recent MOT history. On 16 July 2025 at 242,740 miles the vehicle first failed then passed on the same day with no defects logged, an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. The July 2022 test at 173,175 miles, the July 2023 test at 194,642 miles, the July 2024 test at 216,743 miles, and the July 2025 pass all returned clean sheets with zero advisories. This consistent compliance indicates the previous owner maintained the car to at least minimum test standards each year. At 242,740 miles on a thirteen-year-old vehicle, the recorded usage averages roughly 18,672 miles annually, reflecting high demand. The mileage advanced from 173,175 in July 2022 to 194,642 in July 2023, then to 216,743 in July 2024, reaching 242,740 by July 2025. That progression represents about 21,000 to 26,000 miles between successive tests, pointing to regular long-distance commuting or light commercial duty. No testing gaps exist, and the sparse defect list suggests basic upkeep was performed to keep the car passing rather than allowing wear to accumulate into advisories. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of high-stress components given the distance covered. The tester never flagged suspension bushes, coil springs, or steering joints, but at this mileage these parts likely approach renewal. Measure brake discs for scoring and check calipers for binding, since stopping systems endure repeated heat cycles over 240,000 miles. Examine exhaust emissions hardware and the catalytic converter for degradation, and assess structural integrity at sills, subframes, and mounting points for corrosion after thirteen winters. The same-day fail and pass in July 2025 warrants a query to the seller for clarity, though the DVSA data shows no underlying fault. The record implies disciplined annual presentation rather than deferred maintenance. An independent pre-purchase examination remains sensible to confirm the clean MOT profile matches the vehicle's true mechanical state.