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BU21 FBX

2021 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,725 mi
Last recorded38,725 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Ford S-max35,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU21 FBX
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 38,725 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 38,725 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 28,572 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 28,572 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 19,396 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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BU21 FBX is a 2021 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2021 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 35,148 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 BU21 FBX, 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 5 years old, this Ford S-max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU21 FBX?

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What year was BU21 FBX registered?

BU21 FBX is a 2021 Ford S-max, first registered on 31 March 2021.

Is BU21 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU21 FBX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU21 FBX have outstanding finance?

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