2016 Ford B-MAX 1.0L Petrol · SY16 OCN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on February 23, 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a single failure recorded just five days prior to that pass. That failure at 10,565 miles was isolated to a structural bulge in the nearside rear tyre and general perishing across both tyres. Once these consumables were addressed, the vehicle passed the subsequent test with no further defects or advisories noted. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,060 miles per year. Between February 2023 and February 2026, the car covered only 2,706 miles, showing a consistent and low-usage pattern. While this reduces wear on the drivetrain, it suggests the vehicle may have spent long periods stationary, which often leads to the specific degradation of rubber-based components. The lack of mechanical failures in the record confirms that the low mileage has protected the engine and suspension from typical wear and tear associated high-mileage stress. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on rubber components that suffer from age and inactivity rather than high mileage. Check the tyres for deep sidewall cracking and flat spots, as the February 2026 failure indicates the rubber is perishing from age. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or seizing, which frequently occurs on vehicles that are not driven regularly enough. Additionally, examine the suspension bushes and exhaust system for cracks to ensure the low usage has not compromised their structural integrity over the decade of service.