2014 Ford B-MAX 1.6L Diesel · YA14 RHZ
2014 Ford B-MAX (1.6L, diesel). First registered 07 Jul 2014. Recorded mileage 72,962 miles. MOT expired on 30 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD B-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,962 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YA14 RHZ Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2025
- 72,962 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
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YA14 RHZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Ford B-Max (YA14 RHZ) between May 2017 and September 2025.
The record contains 10 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 01 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
YA14 RHZ Mileage History
- 23/05/20179,691 mi
- 11/05/201818,221 mi+8,530 mi
- 18/05/201934,320 mi+16,099 mi
- 07/11/202053,322 mi+19,002 mi
- 24/07/202160,510 mi+7,188 mi
- 27/07/202264,548 mi+4,038 mi
- 27/07/202264,548 mi
- 24/07/202370,814 mi+6,266 mi
- 07/03/202472,256 mi+1,442 mi
- 08/03/202472,256 mi
- 23/08/202472,256 mi
- 28/08/202572,962 mi+706 mi
- 01/09/202572,962 mi
Average of roughly 7,644 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford B-Max (B299)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: FORD B-MAX
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- PowerShift Gearbox Judder and Failure(Serious)
The dry-clutch 6DCT250 PowerShift automatic is notoriously problematic. Juddering on pull-away, hesitation during gear changes and eventual clutch or mechatronic failure are common, especially on cars used in stop-start urban traffic.
- Sliding Door Mechanism and Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The innovative sliding rear doors can fail to lock properly, trigger dashboard warnings, or become difficult to close. Faulty door latches, sensor failures or worn wiring in the door channels are the usual culprits.
- 1.0 EcoBoost Wet Belt and Coolant Leaks(Serious)
The 1.0 EcoBoost engine uses an oil-bath timing belt that degrades over time. The cooling system is also prone to leaks from the expansion tank and hoses. Left unfixed, coolant loss can lead to overheating and cylinder head damage.
- Electrical Gremlins and Battery Drain(Moderate)
The B-Max can develop battery drain issues especially if left unused for a few days. General electrical gremlins include infotainment glitches and heated windscreen failures.
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- PowerShift Gearbox Judder and FailureSerious
The dry-clutch 6DCT250 PowerShift automatic is notoriously problematic. Juddering on pull-away, hesitation during gear changes and eventual clutch or mechatronic failure are common, especially on cars used in stop-start urban traffic.
- Sliding Door Mechanism and Sensor FaultsModerate
The innovative sliding rear doors can fail to lock properly, trigger dashboard warnings, or become difficult to close. Faulty door latches, sensor failures or worn wiring in the door channels are the usual culprits.
- 1.0 EcoBoost Wet Belt and Coolant LeaksSerious
The 1.0 EcoBoost engine uses an oil-bath timing belt that degrades over time. The cooling system is also prone to leaks from the expansion tank and hoses. Left unfixed, coolant loss can lead to overheating and cylinder head damage.
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