2010 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · A971 PRO
2010 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2010. Recorded mileage 40,423 miles. MOT valid until 31 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,423 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A971 PRO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
- 40,423 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A971 PRO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Ford S-Max (A971 PRO) between December 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
A971 PRO Mileage History
- 08/12/202135,364 mi
- 12/12/202236,666 mi+1,302 mi
- 07/12/202338,282 mi+1,616 mi
- 18/12/202439,609 mi+1,327 mi
- 09/12/202540,423 mi+814 mi
Average of roughly 1,264 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford S-MAX Mk1
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) WearSerious
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