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WA16 XHN

2016 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,139 mi
Last recorded156,139 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA16 XHN
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 156,139 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2026 156,138 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 156,138 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2025 152,056 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts edge wear and low on tread. 235/55/17. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust clamp missing on sleeve but still secure at time of test.

Fail 23 Oct 2025 152,056 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/55/17. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts edge wear and low on tread. 235/55/17. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear and low on tread. 235/55/17. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust clamp missing on sleeve but still secure at time of test.

Pass 17 Oct 2024 144,611 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/55/17. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre low on tread. 235/55/17. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust clamp missing on sleeve and exhaust loose in sleeve.

Pass 16 Oct 2023 132,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 123,363 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides deteriorated and very borderline . (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to minimum , lumpy on inner and bald on outer edge . (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scuffed from worn wiper blade . (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Oct 2022 123,360 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides deteriorated and very borderline . (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to minimum , lumpy on inner and bald on outer edge . (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scuffed from worn wiper blade . (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 115,823 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides . (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre worn lumpy . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Oct 2020 106,414 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 100,246 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 May 2020 100,246 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2019 74,524 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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WA16 XHN is a 2016 Ford S-max in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 WA16 XHN, 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.

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What year was WA16 XHN registered?

WA16 XHN is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 31 May 2016.

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