2014 Ford C-MAX 1.0L Petrol · SY14 LVR

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural integrity. While it passed the most recent test on 26 March 2026 at 49,323 miles, this followed a failure just ten days prior at 49,308 miles where the central front sub-frame was flagged as seriously weakened. Although the immediate failure appears to have been addressed, the persistence of widespread corrosion across the sub-frame, suspension arms, and all four coil springs indicates a vehicle undergoing significant degradation. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,110 miles per year. Between February 2024 at 45,488 miles and March 2026 at 49,323 miles, the car covered only 3,835 miles over two years. This low usage explains the high level of corrosion observed, as components that sit for long periods are more prone to surface rust and the lack of mechanical cleaning, such as the pitted brake discs seen in the 2024 record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sub-frames and suspension components to ensure the recent repairs to the weakened front sub-frame were structurally sound. The record shows recurring corrosion on all coil springs and the rear suspension arms, which are likely to require imminent replacement as the rust progresses. Additionally, check the exhaust system for the minor gas leak identified in the March 2026 test and verify that the front brake hoses, which showed excessive corrosion at the caliper ferrules, have been replaced rather than merely treated.