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XNZ 8485

2018 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,094 mi
Last recorded49,094 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Ford S-max41,600 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNZ 8485
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 49,094 miles

ITEMS REMOVED FROM REAR SEATING AREA SO (ALL) SEAT BELTS COULD BE TESTED (PLACED IN BOOT)

Fail 9 Sep 2025 49,094 miles

ITEMS REMOVED FROM REAR SEATING AREA SO (ALL) SEAT BELTS COULD BE TESTED (PLACED IN BOOT)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid WASHER BOTTLE TOPPED UP SO COULD BE TESTED (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 38,861 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 38,855 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre X2 ()

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 27,563 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 7 Sep 2023 27,563 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2022 17,252 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 8,764 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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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XNZ 8485 is a 2018 Ford S-max in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2018 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 41,600 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 XNZ 8485, 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 8 years old, this Ford S-max is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XNZ 8485?

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What year was XNZ 8485 registered?

XNZ 8485 is a 2018 Ford S-max, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is XNZ 8485 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNZ 8485 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XNZ 8485 have outstanding finance?

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