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GN62 DTU

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,760 mi
Last recorded47,760 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN62 DTU
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 47,760 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 42,519 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2021 42,479 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2020 39,580 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 39,579 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Road wheel fixing missing both sides (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 35,460 miles

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

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

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 30,677 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 24,595 miles

Child seats fitted no allowing full inspection of adult seat belts.

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Oct 2015 24,595 miles

Child seats fitted no allowing full inspection of adult seat belts.

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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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GN62 DTU is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GN62 DTU, 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 GN62 DTU registered?

GN62 DTU is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is GN62 DTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN62 DTU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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