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FE12 XZH

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

116,304 mi
Last recorded116,304 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 XZH
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 116,304 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2026 116,304 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 106,461 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 95,437 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 92,153 miles

both rear brake discs very badly corroded

car has damage to n/s/r outer sill

Fail 30 Jun 2023 91,962 miles

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

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

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

both rear brake discs very badly corroded

car has damage to n/s/r outer sill

Pass 6 Jul 2022 83,663 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (outer sill) (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (trailing arm mounting bushes slightly deteriorated, both rear arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 79,736 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 79,736 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 70,807 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 70,806 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 64,562 miles

Rear Seat belt slightly damaged nearside and offside (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 64,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Seat belt slightly damaged nearside and offside (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 57,091 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 50,122 miles

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

Central Rear Upper high level stop lamp inop

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

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

Rear unable to fully check 3rd row seat belts, boot full

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 13 May 2017 50,119 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Central Rear Upper high level stop lamp inop

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear unable to fully check 3rd row seat belts, boot full

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 May 2016 42,486 miles

Brake fluid level close to minimum

Front brake pads getting low

Nearside outer sill damaged

Rear brake pads are very low

Rear seat belts not checked due to child seats fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2015 33,945 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Jun 2015 33,945 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FE12 XZH is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FE12 XZH, 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 FE12 XZH registered?

FE12 XZH is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is FE12 XZH safe to buy?

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