2015 FORD S-MAX2.0L Diesel

This 2015 Ford S-Max presents a clean and stable MOT record, with its most recent test on 17 June 2025 resulting in a pass at 95,706 miles with no defects recorded. The vehicle failed six days earlier on 11 June 2025 at 95,705 miles, also with no defects listed, which suggests a minor, quickly rectified issue such as a headlamp alignment or a tyre pressure monitoring system fault rather than any underlying mechanical or structural concern. The overall maintenance trend is positive, with every test since 2023 showing a pass and no recurring advisories or failures. The recorded mileage of 95,706 miles over approximately 11 years equates to roughly 8,700 miles per year, which is typical for a family vehicle of this age. However, the mileage pattern reveals a notable shift in usage. Between March 2023 (57,492 miles) and June 2023 (58,988 miles), the car covered only 1,496 miles in three months, indicating light use. From June 2023 to May 2024, mileage jumped to 77,159 miles, an increase of 18,171 miles in 11 months, and then to 95,705 miles by June 2025, another 18,546 miles in 13 months. This doubling of annual mileage from 2023 onward suggests the vehicle moved to a higher-usage regime, likely involving regular motorway or longer-distance driving, which is generally less stressful on components than stop-start urban use. Given the clean MOT history with no structural, suspension, or brake-related advisories, a buyer should still arrange a pre-purchase inspection focusing on high-mileage wear items. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for deterioration, as these components typically degrade with age and mileage. Brake discs and pads are consumables that may need attention, especially if the higher recent mileage included heavy braking. A thorough check for corrosion on subframes, sills, and brake lines is also prudent, as Ford S-Max models can develop rust in these areas. The absence of any recorded faults in the MOT history is encouraging, but a professional inspection will confirm the vehicle’s true mechanical condition.