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SB14 JXY

2014 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

77,124 mi
Last recorded77,124 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2014 Ford S-max64,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB14 JXY
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 77,124 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2026 77,122 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 75,243 miles

Engine covers fitted

Exhaust heat shield loose

Suspension components rusty

Fail 1 Aug 2025 75,241 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Engine covers fitted

Exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension components rusty

Pass 2 Aug 2024 73,155 miles

Engine covers fitted

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Subframes and suspension components rusty

Fail 1 Aug 2024 73,155 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Engine covers fitted

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Subframes and suspension components rusty

Pass 8 Aug 2023 69,036 miles

Engine covers fitted

Suspension components rusty

Fail 7 Aug 2023 69,035 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to condition or rear brakes (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted

Suspension components rusty

Pass 21 Jul 2022 65,648 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Jul 2022 65,647 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Engine covers fitted

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 55,425 miles

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Centre row seats.

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Centre row seats.

Fail 16 Jul 2021 55,421 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Centre row seats.

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Centre row seats.

Pass 15 Jul 2020 45,836 miles

Engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2019 35,609 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2018 25,640 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine covers fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2018 25,640 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine covers fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2017 18,405 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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SB14 JXY is a 2014 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2014 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 64,256 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 SB14 JXY, 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 12 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SB14 JXY registered?

SB14 JXY is a 2014 Ford S-max, first registered on 30 May 2014.

Is SB14 JXY safe to buy?

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