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FP12 CXL

2012 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,003 mi
Last recorded145,003 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 CXL
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 145,003 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on edges

Offside Front Advise tyre 3mm and wearing on edges

Offside Rear Advise tyre 2.5mm

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

advise injectors chuffing

Fail 16 Aug 2019 145,003 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on edges

Offside Front Advise tyre 3mm and wearing on edges

Offside Rear Advise tyre 2.5mm

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

advise injectors chuffing

Pass 18 Dec 2018 140,224 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 115,578 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 90,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm approx (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Mar 2016 90,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm approx (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 71,659 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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FP12 CXL is a 2012 Ford S-max in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FP12 CXL, 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 FP12 CXL registered?

FP12 CXL is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is FP12 CXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 CXL shows 7 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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