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WJ63 NKL

2013 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,484 mi
Last recorded76,484 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford S-max69,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ63 NKL
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 76,484 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front cv boot seeping grease

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 76,484 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure back row (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure back row (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front cv boot seeping grease

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 73,612 miles

3rd row seats removed

Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Nearside + offside rear lights faulty (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both worn (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 73,611 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

3rd row seats removed

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted Not fitted correctly (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Nearside + offside rear lights faulty (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 68,190 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 68,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trail arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 60,422 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2022 60,422 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 52,778 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 45,545 miles

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

high level brake lamp not working

Pass 22 Nov 2019 38,847 miles

Both head light aims were low [adjusted]

Nearside + offside rear/rear seats have been removed

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

Rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 27 Nov 2018 30,736 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2017 22,786 miles

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre row seats ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

engine cover & under tray guards fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2016 15,058 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 14,169 miles

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

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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WJ63 NKL is a 2013 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 69,573 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 WJ63 NKL, 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 13 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 WJ63 NKL registered?

WJ63 NKL is a 2013 Ford S-max, first registered on 16 September 2013.

Is WJ63 NKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ63 NKL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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