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AU72 LFX

2022 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,120 mi
Last recorded40,120 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2022 Ford S-max26,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU72 LFX
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2022
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 40,120 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 16 Sep 2025 39,803 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

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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AU72 LFX is a 2022 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2022 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 26,619 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 AU72 LFX, 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 4 years old, this Ford S-max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU72 LFX?

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What year was AU72 LFX registered?

AU72 LFX is a 2022 Ford S-max, first registered on 22 September 2022.

Is AU72 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU72 LFX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU72 LFX have outstanding finance?

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