2008 Ford C-MAX 2.0L Petrol · YP08 YJO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of progressive structural corrosion. While the most recent MOT test in July 2025 at 79,366 miles was a pass, it followed a failure for split CV boots and a failed light bulb. The persistent presence of corrosion across the sub-frames and suspension arms over multiple years indicates that the vehicle's structural integrity is degrading, even if it has not yet reached the threshold of immediate failure. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 79,366 miles is significantly low, representing an average of approximately 4,400 miles per year. The data shows very limited usage between June 2023 and 2024, where the car covered only 1,298 miles in a year. This low-frequency use suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which frequently correlates with the degradation of rubber components and the acceleration of surface rust on metal surfaces due to a lack of airflow and heat-induced drying. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough under-body inspection of the front and rear sub-frames and all lower suspension arms. The tester has consistently flagged corrosion in these areas since 2023, and the offside rear suspension mounting area is now a specific point of concern. Attention should also be paid to the front drive shaft joints, as these were noted as split in 2025 and require verification that they were replaced to prevent premature gearbox failure. Given the history of a fractured coil spring in 2024, the entire suspension geometry should be checked for signs of stress or thinning metal.