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CL51 FJL

2014 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

70,428 mi
Last recorded70,428 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 Ford S-max64,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCL51 FJL
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 70,428 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2025 70,428 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Dec 2024 68,060 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2024 68,058 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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 WORN BADLY ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2023 63,562 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity LAMP LENS CRACKED (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2023 63,562 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity LAMP LENS CRACKED (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 56,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE AND PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 50,771 miles

EMISSIONS TO CLEAN TO REGISTER

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5MM (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 47,465 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Nov 2020 47,465 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 42,817 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 12 Dec 2019 42,807 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 29 Nov 2018 36,812 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 36,812 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 30,959 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 30,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGE.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.1mm. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGE.

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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CL51 FJL is a 2014 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2014 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 64,256 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 CL51 FJL, 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 12 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CL51 FJL registered?

CL51 FJL is a 2014 Ford S-max, first registered on 27 October 2014.

Is CL51 FJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CL51 FJL shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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