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AC08 GXO

2008 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

157,267 mi
Last recorded157,267 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GXO
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 157,267 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Apr 2023 157,231 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 153,363 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 151,363 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 149,756 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 149,754 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 146,106 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 146,105 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 143,795 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 139,086 miles

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

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

centre exhaust deteriorated

Fail 17 Mar 2017 139,086 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively flat blade (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively flat blade (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

centre exhaust deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2016 132,331 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 127,483 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 122,621 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 122,621 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 116,406 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 101,786 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 101,786 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 71,291 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

imbalance on rear brakes

offside rear tyre split on sidewall

plastic clip missing from nearside rear brake pipe at fixing with wishbone

Fail 10 Mar 2011 71,287 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

handbrake travel

strong advice offside rear tyre starting to split in sidewall

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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AC08 GXO is a 2008 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AC08 GXO, 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 AC08 GXO registered?

AC08 GXO is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AC08 GXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 GXO shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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