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CF57 BXX

2008 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

106,055 mi
Last recorded106,055 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF57 BXX
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 106,055 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 115,916 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear number plate light

Pass 29 Jan 2018 98,719 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 98,719 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2017 92,661 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 92,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre has bulge in side wall 215-60-16 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre has bulge in side wall 215-60-16 (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement in front of n/s/r wheel (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 87,138 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 77,467 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 69,904 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 69,904 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 61,926 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 53,586 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 41,854 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 41,854 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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CF57 BXX is a 2008 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 94,152 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 CF57 BXX, 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 18 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CF57 BXX registered?

CF57 BXX is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is CF57 BXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF57 BXX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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