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SC16 UZM

2016 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,252 mi
Last recorded170,252 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC16 UZM
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 170,252 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 101,176 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 101,174 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 96,143 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17,,3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 86,966 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 77,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on the edges, JUST LEGAL 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2022 77,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on the edges, JUST LEGAL 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 69,112 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Oct 2020 62,540 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 58,224 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 51,178 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2019 51,178 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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 UZM is a 2016 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UZM, 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 UZM registered?

SC16 UZM is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 7 June 2016.

Is SC16 UZM safe to buy?

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