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SE12 FKL

2012 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

187,174 mi
Last recorded187,174 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE12 FKL
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 187,174 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 13 Nov 2024 180,046 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mounting areas on both sides of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level light in tailgate (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 168,318 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Steering system slightly rough Top strut top bearing (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 154,440 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 140,665 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 133,087 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 120,166 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 110,784 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 May 2018 110,762 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2017 100,771 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 100,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 90,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 69,583 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SE12 FKL is a 2012 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 75,817 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 SE12 FKL, 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 14 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SE12 FKL registered?

SE12 FKL is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is SE12 FKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE12 FKL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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