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GU16 GSZ

2016 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,669 mi
Last recorded80,669 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU16 GSZ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 80,669 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2025 80,620 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2024 68,930 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 53,084 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 42,116 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad not visable (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad on 2mm. Inner pad not visable (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 34,566 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 29,243 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 247,387 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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GU16 GSZ is a 2016 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 52,213 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 GU16 GSZ, 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 10 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU16 GSZ?

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What year was GU16 GSZ registered?

GU16 GSZ is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 18 July 2016.

Is GU16 GSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU16 GSZ 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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