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AO16 HWZ

2016 Ford S-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,314 mi
Last recorded32,314 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 HWZ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 32,314 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 23,466 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 21,173 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 21,115 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both sides, side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, tread not visible on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perished and splits to side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 18,757 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 15,896 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 13,060 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 10,507 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 6,949 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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AO16 HWZ is a 2016 Ford S-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO16 HWZ, 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

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What year was AO16 HWZ registered?

AO16 HWZ is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 1 April 2016.

Is AO16 HWZ safe to buy?

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