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YJ08 LUP

2008 Ford S-max

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

145,575 mi
Last recorded145,575 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 LUP
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 145,575 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 135,263 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 132,178 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 132,170 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 128,713 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 121,512 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 117,268 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 113,623 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 109,169 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 109,169 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 82,237 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 62,981 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 48,475 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 42,754 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Nov 2013 34,873 miles

Offside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 34,873 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 27,525 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 20,609 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 14,536 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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YJ08 LUP is a 2008 Ford S-max in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YJ08 LUP, 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

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What year was YJ08 LUP registered?

YJ08 LUP is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is YJ08 LUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ08 LUP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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