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EA08 JUF

2008 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

131,424 mi
Last recorded131,424 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 JUF
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 131,424 miles

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 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2024 126,601 miles

Underbody corrosion including suspension components

undertrays fitted at the time of test

Fail 24 Aug 2024 126,601 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Underbody corrosion including suspension components

undertrays fitted at the time of test

Pass 25 Aug 2023 122,612 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All 3 Rear Seats ()

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2023 122,612 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All 3 Rear Seats ()

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 116,901 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 111,643 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack boot twisted

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 104,756 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 104,742 miles

Emissions not tested engine oil overfilled (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 100,212 miles

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

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2018 93,370 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 93,370 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 91,555 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 78,046 miles

front brake discs worn

third row seat belts not checked as seats folded down and loaded

Pass 11 Apr 2016 67,584 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 52,189 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 52,189 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 38,658 miles

off side rear seat belt not tested sa baby seat fitted

rear stowaway seats not tested

Pass 18 Apr 2013 27,615 miles

o/s/r child seat fitted, seatbelt not tested & unable to test rear stowaway seatbelts

Pass 11 Apr 2012 17,897 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 16,285 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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EA08 JUF is a 2008 Ford S-max in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 EA08 JUF, 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 EA08 JUF registered?

EA08 JUF is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is EA08 JUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 JUF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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