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VN12 YPL

2012 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,743 mi
Last recorded118,743 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 YPL
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 118,743 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 114,676 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 107,961 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 101,102 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 94,173 miles

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

hand brake has slight travel

Pass 30 Oct 2017 84,584 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2016 76,562 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 64,877 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 64,877 miles

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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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VN12 YPL is a 2012 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 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 VN12 YPL, 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 VN12 YPL registered?

VN12 YPL is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 14 August 2012.

Is VN12 YPL safe to buy?

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