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SC16 EHM

2016 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,176 mi
Last recorded112,176 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC16 EHM
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 112,176 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, Inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jul 2026 112,176 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, Inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 102,111 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 90,003 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 74,883 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 55,569 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 48,147 miles

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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4 mm, scrubbed on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm, scrubbed on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 38,166 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 22,690 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 seats

Fail 30 Apr 2019 22,680 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected drivers side, full sweep (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 seats

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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SC16 EHM is a 2016 Ford S-max in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SC16 EHM, 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 SC16 EHM registered?

SC16 EHM is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is SC16 EHM safe to buy?

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