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AP64 AEA

2014 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

142,783 mi
Last recorded142,783 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Ford S-max64,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP64 AEA
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 142,783 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2026 142,782 miles

Exhaust system insecure front to rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear heatshield insecure

Pass 3 Jun 2025 134,399 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 134,399 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 126,027 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 126,017 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 116,309 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 107,152 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 92,114 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear seats

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 12 Mar 2021 92,054 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear seats

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 14 Feb 2020 80,667 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3

Fail 14 Feb 2020 80,667 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3

Pass 15 Feb 2019 72,887 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 72,887 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 47,811 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 42,929 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine cover obstructing full inspection

under tray fitted obstructing 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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AP64 AEA is a 2014 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2014 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 64,256 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 AP64 AEA, 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 12 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP64 AEA registered?

AP64 AEA is a 2014 Ford S-max, first registered on 11 December 2014.

Is AP64 AEA safe to buy?

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