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YH59 SZD

2009 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Ford S-max89,496 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 SZD
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2024

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 152,661 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front worn inner edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2023 152,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front worn inner edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 143,822 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2022 143,795 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin evidence of brakes overheated (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 135,597 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked, view not obstructed. (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside rear tyre has small cracks in primary groove

Outer covering on offside outer (middle row) seat belt buckle missing, operation OK.

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes starting to de-bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 135,543 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Flashing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Flashing white light (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened Third row (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked, view not obstructed. (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside rear tyre has small cracks in primary groove

Outer covering on offside outer (middle row) seat belt buckle missing, operation OK.

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes starting to de-bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 126,190 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 116,918 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 104,137 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 104,075 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 89,047 miles

child seats fitted front and rear x 3

rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Pass 13 Aug 2016 73,300 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 63,626 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 52,555 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 42,280 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 38,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside and offside front discs corroded on inside face

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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YH59 SZD is a 2009 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 YH59 SZD, 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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YH59 SZD is a 2009 Ford S-max, first registered on 2 November 2009.

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