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GV12 NVD

2012 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,962 mi
Last recorded94,962 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 NVD
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 94,962 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 91,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 91,470 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 85,994 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2023 85,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 79,609 miles

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

o/s & n/s front tyres are worn on edges.

Pass 23 Dec 2021 73,703 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 67,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 2mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge slightly wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 58,653 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 52,223 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 52,223 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 44,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 36,640 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 28,220 miles

o/s front tyre worn on outer edges slight damage to tread

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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GV12 NVD is a 2012 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GV12 NVD, 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 GV12 NVD registered?

GV12 NVD is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is GV12 NVD safe to buy?

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