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AO56 WZB

2006 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

190,026 mi
Last recorded190,026 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford S-max91,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 WZB
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 190,026 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2023 190,026 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 182,195 miles

N/S/F UPPER SUSPENSION MOUNT/BEARING SLIGHTLY WORN.

O/S/F TYRE INNER EDGE BEEN RUN FLAT + VERY CLOSE TO LIMITS.

O/S/R SUSPENSION ARM/ LOWER COIL SPRING MOUNT CORRODED BUT SPRING STILL SECURE.

REAR NUMBER PLATE STARTING TO DELAMINATE.

SLIGHT CRACK IN BOTTOM OF WINDSCREEN + N/S SIDE OF SCREEN.

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F INNER STEERING ARM.

Fail 21 Apr 2022 182,195 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

N/S/F UPPER SUSPENSION MOUNT/BEARING SLIGHTLY WORN.

O/S/F TYRE INNER EDGE BEEN RUN FLAT + VERY CLOSE TO LIMITS.

O/S/R SUSPENSION ARM/ LOWER COIL SPRING MOUNT CORRODED BUT SPRING STILL SECURE.

REAR NUMBER PLATE STARTING TO DELAMINATE.

SLIGHT CRACK IN BOTTOM OF WINDSCREEN + N/S SIDE OF SCREEN.

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F INNER STEERING ARM.

Pass 24 Apr 2021 176,704 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 176,704 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 168,863 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 168,861 miles

Front Position lamp not working both front side lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 158,209 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 148,641 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 135,725 miles

very slight blow on rear exhaust silencer

Fail 16 Jan 2017 135,725 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

very slight blow on rear exhaust silencer

Pass 5 Feb 2016 124,923 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 115,064 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 115,064 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 104,293 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 94,896 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 90,976 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 68,365 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Jan 2011 68,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 67,017 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 47,355 miles

hand brake button

rear no plate

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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AO56 WZB is a 2006 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2006 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 91,240 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 AO56 WZB, 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 20 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 AO56 WZB registered?

AO56 WZB is a 2006 Ford S-max, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is AO56 WZB safe to buy?

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