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YR61 JWF

2011 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,016 mi
Last recorded166,016 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford S-max82,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR61 JWF
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 166,016 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 154,301 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside corroded including suspension components

Fail 24 Oct 2024 154,301 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside corroded including suspension components

Pass 18 Oct 2023 141,022 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 128,198 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 120,194 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 110,840 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/f, c/r and both rear seats folded down ()

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 edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

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

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))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 110,840 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering boot split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/f, c/r and both rear seats folded down ()

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 edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

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

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))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 101,466 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test items hanging from mirror ()

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

Fail 6 Nov 2019 101,465 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test items hanging from mirror ()

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 93,534 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2018 93,534 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn radius arm front large bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted

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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YR61 JWF is a 2011 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 82,552 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 YR61 JWF, 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 15 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YR61 JWF?

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What year was YR61 JWF registered?

YR61 JWF is a 2011 Ford S-max, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is YR61 JWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR61 JWF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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