2013 Ford C-MAX 1.0L Petrol · SP13 RHV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in August 2024 at 94,541 miles. The maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach, with faults consistently addressed only after a failure occurs. While the August 2024 failure was significant due to a leaking offside rear hydraulic brake caliper, the subsequent pass two days later indicates the specific component was replaced or repaired. However, the history suggests that the owner only performs maintenance when necessitated by testing requirements. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old family vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. There is a steady progression in usage from the 2016 test at 26,717 miles to the 2024 test at 94,541 miles. The gaps between tests are regular, suggesting the car has been in consistent use rather than suffering from long periods of stationary storage followed by sudden high-intensity driving. This low annual mileage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluids despite the lower mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer must closely inspect the braking system, as the record reveals a recurring history of thin pads and scored or pitted discs dating back to 2016. The recent 2024 failure for a leaking caliper warrants a physical check for fluid leaks around the other calipers and brake lines to ensure the repair was thorough. Furthermore, the record shows frequent advisories regarding tyres worn to the legal limit or unevenly, which points to potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that have not been explicitly flagged but are implied by the patterns. Given the current date of July 2026, the vehicle is nearly two years overdue for its next inspection. The buyer should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis for corrosion, as no structural failures were recorded in the past, but the age of the vehicle makes this a priority. The oil leak noted in 2018 should also be verified to ensure it was properly resolved and has not returned as the engine mileage increased.