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BT61 SOE

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

186,024 mi
Last recorded186,024 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 SOE
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 186,024 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 170,187 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 155,605 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2023 155,478 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 144,392 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 143,461 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 111,763 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 97,015 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 83,477 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 83,477 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp incorrect colour both front (1.7.5b)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 70,283 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2016 70,283 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 56,815 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2015 56,815 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure damaged/insecure also houses indicator and puddle light (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 46,546 miles

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

osr tyre punctured

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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BT61 SOE 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 66.7%.

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 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 BT61 SOE, 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

How do I check the history of BT61 SOE?

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What year was BT61 SOE registered?

BT61 SOE is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 10 January 2012.

Is BT61 SOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT61 SOE 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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