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LJ62 BZT

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,586 mi
Last recorded122,586 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ62 BZT
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 122,586 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tail light lens broken

Pass 1 Aug 2025 113,966 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 105,802 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 99,728 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 83,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 71,838 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure Part of mirror cover (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 71,834 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure Part of mirror cover (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 61,992 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all 3 middle row seats

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity condensation in lamp (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning LED flickering (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

offside mirror assembly taped up

smoke check clean

Fail 8 Jan 2021 61,992 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all 3 middle row seats

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity condensation in lamp (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning LED flickering (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

offside mirror assembly taped up

smoke check clean

Pass 10 Jan 2020 54,288 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all 3 middle row seats have ISOFIX child seats

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wear indicators yellow (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipping (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover, under tray, under shields

handbrake lever noisy operation

hi level stop light nw

offside mirror assembly & backing taped up but secure

smoke check clean

Pass 9 Jan 2019 46,650 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 37,890 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 30,273 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 22,312 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 14,599 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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LJ62 BZT is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LJ62 BZT, 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 LJ62 BZT registered?

LJ62 BZT is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 22 November 2012.

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