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AF09 GXV

2009 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

138,220 mi
Last recorded138,220 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford S-max89,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 GXV
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 138,220 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 131,190 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 123,860 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 117,560 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 106,610 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 106,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 97,769 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 88,765 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 88,765 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 81,293 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 72,561 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 65,785 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2015 65,785 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 57,158 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 14,458 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2012 35,478 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 34,699 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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AF09 GXV is a 2009 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 2009 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 89,496 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 AF09 GXV, 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 17 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 AF09 GXV registered?

AF09 GXV is a 2009 Ford S-max, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is AF09 GXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 GXV 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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