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LV12 VYD

2012 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,206 mi
Last recorded113,206 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 VYD
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 113,206 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 113,205 miles

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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 5 Jan 2023 80,392 miles

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

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 2 Jan 2023 80,388 miles

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

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

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 23 Mar 2021 34,616 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 33,933 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Jul 2019 30,790 miles

Nearside front wiper poor

Under trays fitted not allowing full view of some components

Fail 25 Jul 2019 30,790 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside front wiper poor

Under trays fitted not allowing full view of some components

Pass 11 Aug 2018 26,025 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

rear tyres perished and wearing unevenly

Pass 23 Jul 2017 20,796 miles

exhaust emission trigger point not met

Pass 1 Aug 2016 16,646 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 11,736 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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LV12 VYD is a 2012 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LV12 VYD, 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 LV12 VYD registered?

LV12 VYD is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is LV12 VYD safe to buy?

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