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VU56 XDL

2006 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,075 mi
Last recorded102,075 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford S-max91,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 XDL
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 102,075 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 102,073 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 88,755 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under tray fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2017 85,079 miles

Front wiper blades smearing but provide adequate view

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear seat belt not tested child seat fitted

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 78,841 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 74,822 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 66,242 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2013 59,335 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 51,761 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 45,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 45,154 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 39,296 miles

n/s/f door mirror damaged

Pass 22 Sep 2009 30,280 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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VU56 XDL is a 2006 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 VU56 XDL, 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 VU56 XDL registered?

VU56 XDL is a 2006 Ford S-max, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is VU56 XDL safe to buy?

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