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AE66 XVS

2016 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,412 mi
Last recorded60,412 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE66 XVS
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 60,412 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged covered with tape (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 54,365 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 54,365 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 48,476 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged. Covered in adhesive tape (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2024 48,476 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged. Covered in adhesive tape (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 42,536 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens damaged. Covered in clear tape (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 42,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens damaged. Covered in clear tape (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 36,888 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2022 36,888 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 32,687 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 27,915 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 25,839 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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AE66 XVS is a 2016 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 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 52,213 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 AE66 XVS, 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 10 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE66 XVS?

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What year was AE66 XVS registered?

AE66 XVS is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is AE66 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE66 XVS shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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