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YL08 RVW

2008 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

202,787 mi
Last recorded202,787 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 RVW
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 202,787 miles

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

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

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

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

rear coil springs very corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2022 189,695 miles

nsf tyre worn low on outside edge

osf tyre worn low on outside edge

rear coil springs very corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2020 169,606 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2020 169,606 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 153,459 miles

Front and rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 29 Oct 2018 153,459 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front and rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 11 Apr 2017 140,261 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 131,045 miles

child seat fitted

emissions too clean for smke meter to pick up

under trays fitted

Fail 4 Apr 2016 131,032 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

child seat fitted

emissions too clean for smke meter to pick up

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2015 121,384 miles

engine noise / vibration

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Apr 2015 121,378 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine noise / vibration

Pass 8 Apr 2014 111,919 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 111,890 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 90,090 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 53,127 miles

both front tyres worn down to wear bars

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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YL08 RVW is a 2008 Ford S-max in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YL08 RVW, 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 YL08 RVW registered?

YL08 RVW is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is YL08 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 RVW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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