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BG56 ZSP

2006 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,168 mi
Last recorded143,168 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford S-max91,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 ZSP
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 143,168 miles

vehicle undersealed

Fail 25 Aug 2020 143,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

vehicle undersealed

Pass 30 Oct 2019 138,773 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 138,773 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 129,316 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 122,234 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 114,792 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 105,689 miles

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

corrosion showing on rear back box

holes in rear exhaust

Pass 28 Oct 2014 94,653 miles

rear suspension arm bushes perrished

wear to front and rear brake discs

Pass 18 Nov 2013 87,158 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 75,883 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 62,384 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 50,862 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 38,060 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2009 38,060 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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BG56 ZSP is a 2006 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 91,240 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 BG56 ZSP, 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 20 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 BG56 ZSP registered?

BG56 ZSP is a 2006 Ford S-max, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is BG56 ZSP safe to buy?

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