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WV12 HDX

2012 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,688 mi
Last recorded130,688 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 HDX
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 130,688 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 122,802 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 113,367 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 104,635 miles

both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated/perishing

Fail 26 Aug 2022 104,634 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn discs worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated/perishing

Pass 18 Aug 2021 96,993 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 93,186 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 88,066 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2nd row ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2nd row ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2nd row ()

Pass 21 Aug 2018 82,311 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 76,397 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre bald on extreme inner edge.

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre bald on extreme inner edge.

Pass 29 Mar 2017 62,445 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 48,823 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 33,630 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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WV12 HDX is a 2012 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WV12 HDX, 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

How do I check the history of WV12 HDX?

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What year was WV12 HDX registered?

WV12 HDX is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is WV12 HDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 HDX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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