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SG12 ZHK

2012 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,708 mi
Last recorded99,708 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 ZHK
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 99,708 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 97,700 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 95,609 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 94,149 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust mounting corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust silencer hitting chassis (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 89,865 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 89,859 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 88,163 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 83,484 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 83,484 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 73,372 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2019 73,371 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 65,926 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 59,344 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 61,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 41,355 miles

unable to check seats and belts in boot area due to boot cover fitted in place.

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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SG12 ZHK is a 2012 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SG12 ZHK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG12 ZHK registered?

SG12 ZHK is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SG12 ZHK safe to buy?

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