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YX56 VFK

2006 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

134,199 mi
Last recorded134,199 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford S-max91,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX56 VFK
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 134,199 miles

Coil spring corroded o/s front and o/s & n/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect o/s & n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s INNER EDGES ON MINIMUM DEPTH (5.2.3 (e))

Minimum handbrake efficiency only just met

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine bay covers fitted

o/s front wheel has damaged wheel nuts

Fail 21 Aug 2019 134,196 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm (spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm (spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded o/s front and o/s & n/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect o/s & n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s INNER EDGES ON MINIMUM DEPTH (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high o/s & n/s (4.1.2 (a))

Minimum handbrake efficiency only just met

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine bay covers fitted

o/s front wheel has damaged wheel nuts

Pass 16 Aug 2018 123,421 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 122,608 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

parking brake lever has little or no reserve travel

Pass 3 Jul 2017 114,966 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 104,890 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 84,891 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 84,891 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 78,163 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 71,234 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 65,125 miles

rear exhaust box outer case corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2011 58,662 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/f tyre wornon inner edge

Pass 27 Jul 2010 52,620 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 45,610 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 45,610 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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YX56 VFK is a 2006 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 91,240 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 YX56 VFK, 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 20 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YX56 VFK is a 2006 Ford S-max, first registered on 4 September 2006.

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