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AX08 NEF

2008 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

174,409 mi
Last recorded174,409 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 NEF
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 174,409 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

heat shield loose

undertray fitted obscuring components

Pass 27 Aug 2021 169,624 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 166,197 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 163,519 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 157,207 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 144,016 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 131,774 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 117,055 miles

both front tyre scrubbed on inner edge

offside rear tyre going out of shape on inner edge

Fail 17 Jul 2015 117,055 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

both front tyre scrubbed on inner edge

offside rear tyre going out of shape on inner edge

Pass 24 Jul 2014 104,950 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 94,303 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 83,042 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 83,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres starting to go out of shape

Pass 4 Aug 2011 73,240 miles

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

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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AX08 NEF is a 2008 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AX08 NEF, 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

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What year was AX08 NEF registered?

AX08 NEF is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is AX08 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 NEF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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