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CA12 KBK

2012 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

183,796 mi
Last recorded183,796 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA12 KBK
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 183,796 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 179,986 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 173,682 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 167,044 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 144,870 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 126,908 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 121,218 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 103,044 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 86,533 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 86,533 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 70,208 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 53,734 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 38,409 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 24,316 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 22,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to inspect 2nd row seat belts due to seats not fitted.

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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CA12 KBK is a 2012 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 CA12 KBK, 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.

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CA12 KBK is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 17 July 2012.

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