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AJ57 XAZ

2008 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,762 mi
Last recorded103,762 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 XAZ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 103,762 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 103,758 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2016 86,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

STRONG ADVISE REAR TYRES SPLIT BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH CORDS

Pass 20 May 2015 69,105 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 52,047 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 44,490 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 44,490 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 31,248 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 31,248 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 21,409 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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AJ57 XAZ is a 2008 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AJ57 XAZ, 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.

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What year was AJ57 XAZ registered?

AJ57 XAZ is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 4 January 2008.

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