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DK17 VMV

2017 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,662 mi
Last recorded109,662 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford S-max49,733 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK17 VMV
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 109,662 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 96,176 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 96,176 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 79,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 61,393 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 45,945 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235 55 17 103W XL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 32,846 miles

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

Offside 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))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 24,660 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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DK17 VMV is a 2017 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DK17 VMV, 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

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What year was DK17 VMV registered?

DK17 VMV is a 2017 Ford S-max, first registered on 14 March 2017.

Is DK17 VMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK17 VMV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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