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1GKW501

2008 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,281 mi
Last recorded123,281 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1GKW501
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2015 123,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford S-max?

Based on 1,368,227 MOT tests across 101,843 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
8,124
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
101,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,089
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,704
Stop lamp not working 10,335
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 9,141
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 9,079
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1GKW501 is a 2008 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 94,152 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford S-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26,089 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1GKW501, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford S-max typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1GKW501 registered?

1GKW501 is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is 1GKW501 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1GKW501 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 1GKW501 have outstanding finance?

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