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LK12 DZJ

2012 Ford S-max

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,765 mi
Last recorded114,765 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK12 DZJ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 114,765 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 105,026 miles

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

both rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

hi-level stop light not working

Pass 20 Oct 2023 94,614 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 87,782 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 76,144 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2021 76,144 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 74,605 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 65,554 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 57,166 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 46,000 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 41,358 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 36,172 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 36,172 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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LK12 DZJ is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LK12 DZJ, 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 LK12 DZJ registered?

LK12 DZJ is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 16 March 2012.

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The MOT history for LK12 DZJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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