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BW17 LNX

2017 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,142 mi
Last recorded81,142 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford S-max49,733 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW17 LNX
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 81,142 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 75,813 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 66,020 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 66,020 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 50,272 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 33,732 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 16,780 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear tyre(s) sawtoothing at edges

Pass 17 Sep 2020 16,387 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2020

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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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BW17 LNX is a 2017 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 49,733 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 BW17 LNX, 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 9 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 BW17 LNX?

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What year was BW17 LNX registered?

BW17 LNX is a 2017 Ford S-max, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is BW17 LNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW17 LNX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BW17 LNX have outstanding finance?

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