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A18 AKE

2009 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,629 mi
Last recorded159,629 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford S-max89,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 AKE
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 159,629 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 150,402 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 138,409 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 126,817 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 116,437 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 110,988 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 104,966 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 97,698 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 87,686 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 78,243 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 68,633 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 60,215 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 52,575 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 42,657 miles

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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A18 AKE is a 2009 Ford S-max in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 89,496 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 A18 AKE, 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 17 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A18 AKE?

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What year was A18 AKE registered?

A18 AKE is a 2009 Ford S-max, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is A18 AKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 AKE shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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