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EX62 SOJ

2012 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,223 mi
Last recorded131,223 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 SOJ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 131,223 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Nov 2023 131,223 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 117,744 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on LIMIT (bald) inner edge/shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

cannot open boot

exhaust dpf fitted,result pass @ 0.13 1/m

n/s rear reverse lamp not working

Fail 29 Nov 2022 117,744 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed starting inner edge/shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on LIMIT (bald) inner edge/shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

cannot open boot

exhaust dpf fitted,result pass @ 0.13 1/m

n/s rear reverse lamp not working

Pass 3 Dec 2021 103,385 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 103,157 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 103,157 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 102,632 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 99,826 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 93,543 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

offside and nearside rear tyres worn on outer edges

rear suspension trailing arm bushes cracked and debonding

Pass 4 Sep 2017 79,558 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

covers fitted to engine and underside

Pass 19 Aug 2016 64,154 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load outer cover of buckle missing (5.2.4a)

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

front wipers in poor condition

Fail 19 Aug 2016 64,154 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load outer cover of buckle missing (5.2.4a)

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

front wipers in poor condition

Pass 3 Sep 2015 50,453 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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EX62 SOJ is a 2012 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 EX62 SOJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX62 SOJ registered?

EX62 SOJ is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is EX62 SOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 SOJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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