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FL12 ZXF

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,014 mi
Last recorded98,014 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 ZXF
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 98,014 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 94,271 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 94,212 miles

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

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

Front Inner Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 90,188 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 90,188 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 86,203 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 82,435 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 79,371 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 75,600 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 68,384 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 61,806 miles

Central Rear seat belt buckle outer casing is missing

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 Feb 2017 57,945 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 31 Dec 2015 48,415 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

vehicle heavily modified too suit mobility

Pass 9 Feb 2015 41,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O.S.F TYRE CUT TO OUTER SIDE WALL

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FL12 ZXF is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FL12 ZXF, 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 FL12 ZXF registered?

FL12 ZXF is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is FL12 ZXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 ZXF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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