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YC59 OWE

2009 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

96,179 mi
Last recorded96,179 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford S-max89,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 OWE
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 96,179 miles

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 96,179 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 92,182 miles

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides trailer arm bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Dec 2023 92,182 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides trailer arm bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 85,295 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2022 85,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 80,014 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Oct 2021 80,014 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 73,867 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 63,400 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 60,504 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 53,422 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 46,406 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 39,501 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 39,496 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 31,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 25,606 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 23,767 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Sep 2012 23,767 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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YC59 OWE is a 2009 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2009 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 89,496 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 YC59 OWE, 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 17 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YC59 OWE registered?

YC59 OWE is a 2009 Ford S-max, first registered on 9 November 2009.

Is YC59 OWE safe to buy?

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