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EK12 HXC

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,011 mi
Last recorded160,011 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 HXC
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 160,011 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriated-n/s/r tyre perished-

Pass 11 Nov 2021 152,085 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 135,492 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 135,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 127,009 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 107,067 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 107,067 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 80,056 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 69,785 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 57,946 miles

both front brake discs corroded and pitted inner faces

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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EK12 HXC is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 75,817 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 EK12 HXC, 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 14 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EK12 HXC registered?

EK12 HXC is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is EK12 HXC safe to buy?

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