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GN12 GKU

2012 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,383 mi
Last recorded131,383 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN12 GKU
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2025 131,383 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 113,133 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 109,935 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 92,350 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 88,503 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 78,096 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 74,079 miles

Both rear trailing arm bushes split

Fail 8 Jun 2020 74,079 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Both rear trailing arm bushes split

Pass 10 Jun 2019 66,909 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 56,210 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2017 48,317 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 41,112 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 41,112 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 34,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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GN12 GKU is a 2012 Ford S-max in White 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 GN12 GKU, 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 GN12 GKU registered?

GN12 GKU is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is GN12 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN12 GKU 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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