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BJ16 CSZ

2016 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,923 mi
Last recorded84,923 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ16 CSZ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 84,923 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts and os rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 84,923 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts and os rear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 May 2024 67,160 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 56,865 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2023 56,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 35,683 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced LED TYPE (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 21,201 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 17,678 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 12,216 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Pass 13 Nov 2018 9,671 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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BJ16 CSZ is a 2016 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 52,213 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 BJ16 CSZ, 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 10 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ16 CSZ registered?

BJ16 CSZ is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is BJ16 CSZ safe to buy?

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