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A4 GRX

2008 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

202,995 mi
Last recorded202,995 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 GRX
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 202,995 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 May 2019 199,682 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 169,649 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 146,498 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 126,588 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 110,246 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 88,246 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2014 88,246 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 68,673 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 68,377 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 62,533 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 60,946 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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A4 GRX is a 2008 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 A4 GRX, 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.

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What year was A4 GRX registered?

A4 GRX is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is A4 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 GRX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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