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AB08 BTX

2008 Ford S-max

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,925 mi
Last recorded118,925 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BTX
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 118,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 112,920 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2022 112,913 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 105,513 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 99,811 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 93,829 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 86,058 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 71,765 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 60,756 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 47,904 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 36,754 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2013 25,622 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 19,125 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 12,375 miles

Both rear seats folded down, unable to check belts and seats for security

engine undertray fitted, unable to check all relative components

fuel lines are protected with a cover under vehicle, unable to check

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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AB08 BTX is a 2008 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AB08 BTX, 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 AB08 BTX registered?

AB08 BTX is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AB08 BTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 BTX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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