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SL59 JCJ

2009 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,118 mi
Last recorded67,118 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford S-max89,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 JCJ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 67,118 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 61,353 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 61,243 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both rear trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 54,613 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 54,534 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected live terminal for battery (4.11 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.51 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 47,161 miles

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

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 17 Aug 2021 40,610 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 40,110 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 40,105 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 36,443 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 32,967 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and engine undertray fitted

Fail 28 Oct 2016 32,965 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and engine undertray fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2015 28,129 miles

Nearside Rear rear pads getting low

Offside Rear pads getting low

Pass 24 Oct 2014 32,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 18,170 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 13,841 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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SL59 JCJ is a 2009 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 89,496 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 SL59 JCJ, 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 17 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SL59 JCJ registered?

SL59 JCJ is a 2009 Ford S-max, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is SL59 JCJ safe to buy?

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