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AC08 JYJ

2008 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

125,316 mi
Last recorded125,316 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 JYJ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 125,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn

R/n/side sus link slight play

Slight leak steering rack

Pass 19 May 2022 119,286 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 110,934 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Rear brake pads half way

Slight leak f/n/side rack gator

Pass 11 May 2020 101,617 miles

Both rear tyres worn on edges

Front brake discs & pads worn.

Pass 26 Apr 2019 94,610 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 94,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 86,901 miles

Nearside Front tyre just 3mm legal and cracking and splitting to outer wall

Nearside Rear tyre low on pressure and scrubbed to inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2017 78,958 miles

Offside Rear trailing arm inner bush weak

Pass 16 Apr 2016 73,324 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 69,707 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 64,827 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Aug 2013 58,804 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 52,770 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 52,020 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 52,020 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 36,838 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 36,838 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 JYJ is a 2008 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AC08 JYJ, 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

How do I check the history of AC08 JYJ?

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What year was AC08 JYJ registered?

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

Is AC08 JYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 JYJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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