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AF16 DCE

2016 Ford S-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,238 mi
Last recorded69,238 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 DCE
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 69,238 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 62,025 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 55,055 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 48,766 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 42,610 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Pass 7 Dec 2020 37,361 miles

Both Sides Sill covers, Under engine tray & undersides covers fitted.

Pass 5 Mar 2020 35,797 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 22,698 miles

full length under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

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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AF16 DCE is a 2016 Ford S-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AF16 DCE, 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 AF16 DCE?

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What year was AF16 DCE registered?

AF16 DCE is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 8 March 2016.

Is AF16 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 DCE shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF16 DCE have outstanding finance?

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