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PA09 ULB

2017 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

32,594 mi
Last recorded32,594 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford S-max49,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA09 ULB
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 32,594 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2026 46,107 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc discoloured from binding

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 46,103 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc discoloured from binding

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 31,463 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 39,590 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 29,708 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 34,994 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 26,861 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 29,332 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 24,320 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 22,725 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under tray fitted obscured some components for inspection

Pass 3 Sep 2021 20,866 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 15,638 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 14,910 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 19,397 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 13,547 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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PA09 ULB is a 2017 Ford S-max in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2017 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 49,733 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 PA09 ULB, 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 9 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 PA09 ULB registered?

PA09 ULB is a 2017 Ford S-max, first registered on 4 September 2017.

Is PA09 ULB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA09 ULB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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