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YG58 SZR

2008 Ford S-max

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

181,516 mi
Last recorded181,516 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 SZR
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 181,516 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 176,246 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 167,985 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 160,735 miles

Offside Rear anti roll bar linkage rubbers deteriorated

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 153,636 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 147,489 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 142,433 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 136,861 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 136,394 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 23545 18 y (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 130,820 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 130,820 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 123,913 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 117,156 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 108,937 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 100,896 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 100,896 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 91,161 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 91,097 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 82,562 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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YG58 SZR is a 2008 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 94,152 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 YG58 SZR, 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 18 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YG58 SZR?

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What year was YG58 SZR registered?

YG58 SZR is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 16 September 2008.

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The MOT history for YG58 SZR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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