2008 Ford C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · WD57 GEY

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 87,173 miles passed, the tester noted corroded offside rear brake discs and a damp power steering rack. These issues persist from the failure in November 2024, where the car was rejected for a dangerous tyre and worn suspension components, suggesting that faults are only addressed once they reach a failure threshold. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 87,173 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 4,843 miles. This low-intensity use often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components compared to mechanical wear. Between December 2022 and November 2024, the vehicle covered only 6,377 miles, yet this period saw multiple entries regarding tyre perishing and damage. The perishing noted on the offside and nearside rear tyres is a classic symptom of a vehicle that sits for long periods or undergoes only very short trips. A buyer must inspect the power steering system closely, as the persistent dampness noted in both 2024 and 2025 indicates a slow leak that will eventually require an expensive rack replacement. The suspension also requires a thorough check; the tester previously flagged worn lower arm bushes and a noisy offside front wheel bearing in late 2024. Given the history of surface corrosion on the rear brake discs, the buyer should check for significant rust pitting and ensure the brake calipers are not seized or binding due to lack of use.