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R31 OBT

2020 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,862 mi
Last recorded80,862 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2020 Ford S-max34,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 OBT
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 80,862 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 67,341 miles

advise slight brake fluctuation o/s n/s rear brakes

Pass 17 Nov 2023 48,348 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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R31 OBT is a 2020 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 34,668 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 R31 OBT, 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 6 years old, this Ford S-max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R31 OBT?

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What year was R31 OBT registered?

R31 OBT is a 2020 Ford S-max, first registered on 18 November 2020.

Is R31 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 OBT shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R31 OBT have outstanding finance?

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