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KU12 UYG

2012 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

96,809 mi
Last recorded96,809 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 UYG
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 96,809 miles

Central brake light inop

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

engine cover/under covers fitted

Fail 10 Jun 2026 96,755 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 82,554 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive STEERING RACK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2025 82,554 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive STEERING RACK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 71,790 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2024 71,789 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 68,335 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f has cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 May 2023 68,334 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s/f outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f has cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2022 64,156 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 62,170 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 60,537 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 28 May 2019 57,114 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 6 Jun 2018 52,225 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 7 Jun 2017 45,754 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 45,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 39,596 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 31,437 miles

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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KU12 UYG is a 2012 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 KU12 UYG, 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 KU12 UYG registered?

KU12 UYG is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is KU12 UYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU12 UYG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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