2008 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · AG08 CWL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 19 August 2024 at 317,897 miles. This record indicates a remarkably stable maintenance trend, as the car has achieved four consecutive clean passes without a single advisory notice since 2021. The absence of recorded defects over the last three years suggests that the owner has maintained the vehicle to a high standard, effectively addressing consumable wear before it reached the threshold of an MOT failure. With a total of 317,897 miles accumulated over eighteen years, the vehicle averages approximately 17,661 miles per annum. This high-mileage profile indicates consistent motorway usage rather than short, stop-start urban cycles, which often proves less taxing on the clutch and transmission. The steady accumulation of roughly 10,000 to 17,000 miles between annual tests confirms the vehicle has remained in active, regular service throughout its life, avoiding the mechanical complications often associated with long-term storage or inactivity. Despite the clean MOT history, the significant mileage necessitates a rigorous physical inspection of high-wear components that fall outside the scope of a standard test. You must prioritize an examination of the turbocharger, fuel injectors, and diesel particulate filter, as these systems typically reach their service limit at this mileage. Inspect the suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs for signs of fatigue or perished rubber, as these parts are likely original or approaching the end of their second service life. Verify the condition of the subframe and sills for structural corrosion, as the age of the vehicle makes it susceptible to oxidation in areas not always visible during a routine inspection.