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BJ08 JGO

2008 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

151,657 mi
Last recorded151,657 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 JGO
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2021 151,657 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 137,846 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 137,846 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 132,689 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 126,760 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 117,809 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 107,470 miles

Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside rear (2.4.G.2)

Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside rear (2.4.G.2)

Road wheel slightly damaged offside front (4.2.A.1a)

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

advisory nearside front tyre is worn both edges

advisory offside front windsceen damage cracked but not affecting driver view

Pass 9 Jun 2015 101,245 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 88,460 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2014 88,460 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 77,945 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 66,174 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre is wearing on outer edge

Seats,seatbelts 6 and 7 not checked

Pass 26 Mar 2011 49,861 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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BJ08 JGO is a 2008 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BJ08 JGO, 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 BJ08 JGO registered?

BJ08 JGO is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BJ08 JGO safe to buy?

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