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156,396 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust fumes entering cabin leaking under bonnet by air filter housing (6.1.2 (b) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Temp Fuel Cap Fitted.
Exhaust rear heat sheild loose from floor fittings.
Nearside rear tyre tread wearing low 2.5mm left on
Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewal 225/50 R17 Y XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust rear heat sheild loose from floor fittings.
Nearside rear tyre tread wearing low 2.5mm left on
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre
Offside Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords serval small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre
Offside Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre repairable
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms front bushes are splitting from bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Both front tyre treads wearing on shoulders and treads down to 3mm.
Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Slight play in front suspension lower arm rear mount bushes both sides of vehicle
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front wipers smearing
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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EA13 VAU is a 2013 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
Across all 2013 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 69,573 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 EA13 VAU, 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 13 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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EA13 VAU is a 2013 Ford S-max, first registered on 17 June 2013.
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