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YS57 UVB

2008 Ford S-max

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

97,022 mi
Last recorded97,022 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 UVB
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 97,022 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 86,352 miles

engine and under body covers

Fail 25 Jan 2017 86,128 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

engine and under body covers

Pass 8 Feb 2016 69,540 miles

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

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

engine and under body covers

Fail 8 Feb 2016 69,539 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

engine and under body covers

Pass 19 Jan 2015 50,002 miles

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

nsf osf osr tyres worn on edges

Fail 19 Jan 2015 50,002 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nsf osf osr tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Jan 2014 33,468 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 29,711 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jan 2013 29,711 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 24,196 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2012 24,196 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 18,756 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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YS57 UVB is a 2008 Ford S-max in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 YS57 UVB, 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 YS57 UVB?

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What year was YS57 UVB registered?

YS57 UVB is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is YS57 UVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS57 UVB shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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