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SM61 DFV

2011 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

214,712 mi
Last recorded214,712 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2011 Ford S-max82,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 DFV
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 214,712 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2018 213,778 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 182,599 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 152,399 miles

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

engine covers fitted

engine light on

Pass 18 Apr 2017 130,713 miles

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

engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2016 106,074 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 85,125 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner tread shoulder,

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 63,161 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2014 53,531 miles

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

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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SM61 DFV is a 2011 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2011 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 82,552 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 SM61 DFV, 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 15 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM61 DFV registered?

SM61 DFV is a 2011 Ford S-max, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is SM61 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 DFV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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