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GL18 PYH

2018 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,716 mi
Last recorded66,716 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford S-max41,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL18 PYH
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 66,716 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2025 64,793 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2025 64,783 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid unable to test the off and nearside front wiper blades performance. (3.5 (a))

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread shows uneven wear and is worn extensively bald at the edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axle.

tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp illuminated.

Pass 5 Oct 2024 59,147 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked/damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

brake fluid level appears to be low

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

Pass 2 Oct 2023 51,983 miles

Offside side repeater lens cracked

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 44,880 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 35,665 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 35,623 miles

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

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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GL18 PYH is a 2018 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2018 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 41,600 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 GL18 PYH, 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 8 years old, this Ford S-max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL18 PYH?

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What year was GL18 PYH registered?

GL18 PYH is a 2018 Ford S-max, first registered on 13 June 2018.

Is GL18 PYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL18 PYH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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