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WP16 YYV

2016 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,223 mi
Last recorded148,223 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford S-max52,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP16 YYV
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 148,223 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Light lens is slightly insecure

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2025 135,200 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 119,530 miles

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

Nearside mirror damaged but not likely to cause injury

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

Fail 24 Jul 2024 119,529 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside mirror damaged but not likely to cause injury

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 102,374 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 84,412 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2022 84,292 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 70,482 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 70,482 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 62,478 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 62,478 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 47,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 1.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 1.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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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WP16 YYV is a 2016 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WP16 YYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WP16 YYV registered?

WP16 YYV is a 2016 Ford S-max, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is WP16 YYV safe to buy?

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