2008 FORD S-MAX2.0L Diesel

The 2008 Ford S-Max passed its most recent MOT on 9 September 2025 at 196,160 miles with no defects recorded, indicating current roadworthiness is acceptable. The maintenance trend appears stable, with no advisories or failures carrying forward across the three years of available history. The vehicle cleared the 14 August 2023 test at 178,387 miles, the 15 August 2024 test at 187,943 miles, and the September 2025 test, showing consistent annual certification. Mileage sits at 196,160 against an 18-year lifespan, averaging roughly 10,900 miles per year which is typical for the age. The record shows 9,556 miles added between August 2023 and August 2024, then 8,217 miles to September 2025, a steady and unremarkable accumulation. Two failed tests on 8 September 2025 and 15 August 2024 list no defects, implying administrative or presentation issues rather than mechanical faults, and the owner corrected them within a day each time. The DVSA data flags no corrosion, suspension bushes, brake discs, coil springs, or exhaust emissions problems across the timeline. A clean sheet at every pass means no recurring wear trends exist in the official record. Buyers should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity and underbody rust given the vehicle's age and 196k mileage, as MOT pass criteria do not capture all fatigue. Prior owners kept the S-Max to a standard that cleared three consecutive annual tests without advisories, suggesting reasonable upkeep rather than neglect. The same-day retests after null failures suggest the vendor handles paperwork promptly. Verify service history independently before purchase, as the MOT alone confirms legal roadworthiness, not component longevity.