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KV12 JZL

2012 Ford S-max

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,991 mi
Last recorded122,991 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 JZL
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 122,991 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources x1 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 111,551 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive only small drips on floor although hole engine and gearbox wet with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 111,551 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive only small drips on floor although hole engine and gearbox wet with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner door handle sharp to the point it sliced the palm of my hand open when trying to exit the vehicle.

Pass 7 Sep 2020 101,354 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 94,757 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 86,884 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 81,176 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 67,495 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 54,391 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 43,585 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 43,585 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KV12 JZL is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KV12 JZL, 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 KV12 JZL registered?

KV12 JZL is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 3 April 2012.

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The MOT history for KV12 JZL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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