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DN08 WGA

2008 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

147,771 mi
Last recorded147,771 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 WGA
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2021 147,771 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Rear park brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 12 Nov 2020 129,585 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 129,585 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 106,777 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 30 Apr 2019 106,777 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 14 May 2018 99,002 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 May 2018 99,002 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2017 89,271 miles

advise heat shield loose

advise rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 3 May 2017 89,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear puncture in tyre

advise heat shield loose

advise rear exhaust bracket broken

advise slight miss-shape to both rear tyre

Pass 20 May 2016 79,865 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 71,647 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 71,643 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 57,610 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Mar 2014 57,610 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2013 39,934 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 37,995 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 37,993 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2011 33,658 miles

All rear seat belt not checked due to child seats fitted

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Optional rear most seat not fitted at time of test

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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DN08 WGA is a 2008 Ford S-max in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 DN08 WGA, 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 DN08 WGA registered?

DN08 WGA is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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