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SY56 TZP

2006 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

152,972 mi
Last recorded152,972 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford S-max91,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 TZP
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 152,972 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022
Pass 7 Jul 2021 134,805 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 134,726 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 113,472 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 113,429 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 104,267 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 62,955 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 62,939 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 58,784 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 42,140 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 42,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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SY56 TZP is a 2006 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2006 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 91,240 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY56 TZP, 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 20 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY56 TZP registered?

SY56 TZP is a 2006 Ford S-max, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is SY56 TZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 TZP shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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