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LC62 VSJ

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

99,149 mi
Last recorded99,149 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 VSJ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 99,149 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 87,621 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 87,621 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2024 73,740 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 63,108 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 63,104 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 58,442 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2022 58,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 54,782 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 46,728 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 46,728 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 30,111 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 23,431 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jul 2017 14,674 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Jul 2017 14,674 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 May 2016 5,183 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 4,250 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted.

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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LC62 VSJ is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black 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 LC62 VSJ, 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

How do I check the history of LC62 VSJ?

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What year was LC62 VSJ registered?

LC62 VSJ is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is LC62 VSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 VSJ 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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