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BG62 LNU

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,722 mi
Last recorded120,722 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 LNU
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 120,722 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2025 109,197 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 109,196 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 106,782 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 106,782 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2024 99,478 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 92,766 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 84,530 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 76,249 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 68,929 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 68,925 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2018 58,833 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 47,677 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front cut to side wall no cords expossed

Pass 19 Dec 2016 35,181 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 24,265 miles

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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BG62 LNU is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 75,817 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 BG62 LNU, 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 14 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG62 LNU registered?

BG62 LNU is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is BG62 LNU safe to buy?

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