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SO65 MHM

2016 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,218 mi
Last recorded112,218 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO65 MHM
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 112,218 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2024 102,321 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2024 102,319 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 92,626 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 83,317 miles

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 70,953 miles

"Change engine oil soon"message displayed

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

Undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Feb 2021 54,284 miles

Central Rear 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 18 Feb 2020 45,762 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Middle row ()

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 15 Feb 2019 35,787 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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SO65 MHM is a 2016 Ford S-max in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 SO65 MHM, 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 SO65 MHM registered?

SO65 MHM is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 14 January 2016.

Is SO65 MHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO65 MHM 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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