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PV02 DAV

2016 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,784 mi
Last recorded78,784 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV02 DAV
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 78,784 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 72,463 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 68,801 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 68,801 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 64,883 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen not swept area (3.2 (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))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 60,709 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 60,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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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PV02 DAV is a 2016 Ford S-max in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2016 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 52,213 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 PV02 DAV, 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 10 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 PV02 DAV registered?

PV02 DAV is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is PV02 DAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PV02 DAV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PV02 DAV have outstanding finance?

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