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CE56 SZD

2006 Ford S-max

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,837 mi
Last recorded121,837 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford S-max91,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE56 SZD
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 121,837 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 115,152 miles

both rear suspension area corroded up under spring area.

offside front steering rack gaiter area oily.

Pass 29 Nov 2023 108,253 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 103,250 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 98,077 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2021 98,077 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 93,558 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 86,685 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 75,185 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 69,679 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 63,163 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 57,114 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 52,456 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 45,438 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 38,001 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 29,201 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 19,216 miles

rear seat belts not checked,seats not present, boot full

Fail 24 Sep 2009 19,216 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear seat belts not checked,seats not present, boot full

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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CE56 SZD is a 2006 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 91,240 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 CE56 SZD, 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 20 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE56 SZD registered?

CE56 SZD is a 2006 Ford S-max, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is CE56 SZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE56 SZD shows 18 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.

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