2010 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · AD10 DWE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deteriorating structural and suspension components. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 166,249 miles passed with only a worn front suspension arm bush noted, this follows a significant failure in August 2024. That failure highlighted a critical structural issue where the offside rear suspension arm was flagged as corroded and seriously weakened. Although the vehicle was repaired to subsequently pass, the recurring nature of corrosion issues suggests the chassis is reaching a stage of significant material degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per year. The record progressed from 130,143 miles in August 2022 to 166,249 miles by August 2025, showing steady use without long periods of immob. However, the accumulation of over 166,000 miles places high stress on rubber components and braking systems, which is reflected in the frequent advisories and failures seen across the various MOT records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry and structural integrity. The history shows a persistent issue with corrosion on the suspension arms, which progressed from minor corrosion in 2023 to a major structural failure in 2024. Attention should also be paid to the front shock absorbers, which have shown signs of oil leakage since at least 2023. Given that the offside front brake disc was noted as pitted and scored in 2024, the buyer should verify the current thickness and condition of all braking components to ensure they have been replaced since the last advisory.