Ford 1.6 TDCi: common problems and engine life
The usual problem: turbo oil feed and injector seals. These engines usually reach about 250k km before needing major work, and a well-serviced one can go further.
Usually lasts~250k km
For sale now15138% already past ~250k km
Cars with this engine
| Model | Typical price | Typical km | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus | €4,700 | 234k | 89 |
| Ford Mondeo | €4,950 | 278k | 21 |
| Ford S-max | €6,250 | 209k | 13 |
| Ford C-max | €6,000 | 212k | 13 |
| Ford Grand C-max | €4,750 | 213k | 9 |
| Ford Galaxy | €7,000 | 207k | 3 |
| Ford B-max | €2,500 | 180k | 1 |
| Ford Fiesta | €2,100 | 256k | 1 |
| Ford Focus C Max | €4,250 | 253k | 1 |
Before you buy one
Ask for the service history (regular oil changes matter most), start it from cold yourself and listen for rattles, look for warning lights and smoke, and budget for the usual problem if there's no proof it's been sorted. The used car checklist covers the rest.