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AU08 XTE

2008 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

165,221 mi
Last recorded165,221 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XTE
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 165,221 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 165,221 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 147,406 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged red clip doesn't engage / function correctly but buckle still functions as needed (7.1.2 (d))

Undertrays fitted at the time of test

Pass 1 Mar 2024 143,433 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 139,604 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 135,629 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 132,511 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 129,665 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 125,555 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 120,771 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3

Fail 3 Feb 2018 120,771 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 116,679 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Feb 2017 116,615 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jan 2016 110,262 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 110,057 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 101,979 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 92,792 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

sidewalls on front tyres deteriorated

Pass 5 Feb 2013 84,289 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 84,289 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 76,902 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2011 69,083 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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AU08 XTE is a 2008 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 AU08 XTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU08 XTE?

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What year was AU08 XTE registered?

AU08 XTE is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AU08 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 XTE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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