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SC16 LYV

2016 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,618 mi
Last recorded83,618 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 83,618 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

tpms light on.

Pass 26 Apr 2025 74,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges 2454519 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 63,930 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 48,799 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2021 42,106 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Oct 2020 35,364 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 27,912 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 18,498 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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SC16 LYV is a 2016 Ford S-max in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SC16 LYV, 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 LYV registered?

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

Is SC16 LYV safe to buy?

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Does SC16 LYV have outstanding finance?

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