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S31 MXX

2016 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,768 mi
Last recorded58,768 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS31 MXX
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 58,768 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 52,747 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 46,893 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 43,726 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 43,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 39,117 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 33,405 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 33,392 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 27,812 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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S31 MXX is a 2016 Ford S-max in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S31 MXX, 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

How do I check the history of S31 MXX?

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What year was S31 MXX registered?

S31 MXX is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 5 December 2016.

Is S31 MXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S31 MXX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S31 MXX have outstanding finance?

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