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BD08 ZNL

2008 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

123,271 mi
Last recorded123,271 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 ZNL
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 123,271 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 107,043 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 May 2019 107,043 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 95,392 miles

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

o/s/r tyre worn on edges

rear suspension arms have surface rust

Pass 12 May 2017 82,859 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 76,487 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 76,487 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 68,230 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 62,874 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 22 May 2014 62,873 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 24 May 2013 57,654 miles

F/discs and pads worn

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 17 May 2013 57,645 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

F/discs and pads worn

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 51,204 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 46,207 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 45,467 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2011 45,466 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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BD08 ZNL is a 2008 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 BD08 ZNL, 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.

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What year was BD08 ZNL registered?

BD08 ZNL is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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