2012 FORD S-MAX2.2L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by five consecutive clean MOT passes over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 27 August 2025 at 226,116 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum legal standards. This lack of recorded failures suggests the previous owners proactively addressed mechanical and safety issues before they resulted in formal test failures. The mileage profile reflects consistent high-intensity usage, averaging approximately 16,000 miles per year over its 14-year life. Between July 2021 and August 2025, the vehicle covered 42,896 miles, maintaining a steady accumulation of roughly 10,700 miles annually. This regularity suggests the car has been used for long-distance travel, which often prevents the degradation associated with long periods of standing, though the high total mileage places significant stress on the drivetrain and heavy suspension-related components. Given the high mileage and the absence of previously recorded advisories, a physical inspection must focus on components susceptible to heavy-duty wear. A buyer should examine the suspension geometry for signs of perished bushes or worn control arm bushings, as these frequently fail on high-mileage MPVs. The braking system requires a close look for binding calipers or thinned discs that have not yet triggered a failure. Structural integrity along the chassis rails also remains a priority, though the clean history suggests the vehicle has been maintained well enough to pass inspection without flagging significant corrosion.