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BD63 FGP

2013 Ford S-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,049 mi
Last recorded129,049 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford S-max69,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD63 FGP
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 129,049 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 129,049 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 121,763 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2025 121,762 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 109,809 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2024 109,802 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective Front of rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords + perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 99,652 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2023 99,649 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding + deep cut (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 88,133 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 80,287 miles

Emission limits tested but DSM unable to register reading

Far rear seats folded down, unable to fully examine seatbelts

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 74,991 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Middle centre + nearside ()

Far rear + offside centre seats folded down, unable to fully examine seatbelts

Pass 18 Dec 2018 65,256 miles

Far rear seats folded down, unable to fully inspect seatbelts

Fail 18 Dec 2018 65,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Far rear seats folded down, unable to fully inspect seatbelts

Pass 3 Jan 2018 53,701 miles

Far rear seats folded down. Unable to fully examine seatbelts.

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Balding, nearside & offside (4.1.E.1)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & offside (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 39,590 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

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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BD63 FGP is a 2013 Ford S-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 69,573 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 BD63 FGP, 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 13 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD63 FGP registered?

BD63 FGP is a 2013 Ford S-max, first registered on 12 December 2013.

Is BD63 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD63 FGP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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