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OE68 VBA

2018 Ford S-max

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,894 mi
Last recorded63,894 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Ford S-max41,600 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE68 VBA
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 63,894 miles

Front exhaust heat shield partially missing still carrying out intended function

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 55,203 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 41,776 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 29,285 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 29,285 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 16,397 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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OE68 VBA is a 2018 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 41,600 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 OE68 VBA, 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 8 years old, this Ford S-max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE68 VBA registered?

OE68 VBA is a 2018 Ford S-max, first registered on 31 December 2018.

Is OE68 VBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE68 VBA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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