2012 Ford S-MAX 2.2L Diesel · AK61 YAF
2012 Ford S-MAX (2.2L, diesel). First registered 27 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 132,723 miles. MOT valid until 07 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,723 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AK61 YAF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
- 132,723 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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AK61 YAF 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 2012 Ford S-Max (AK61 YAF) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
AK61 YAF Mileage History
- 26/03/2024109,045 mi
- 04/04/2025120,126 mi+11,081 mi
- 08/04/2025120,139 mi+13 mi
- 07/04/2026132,719 mi+12,580 mi
- 08/04/2026132,723 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 11,641 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Powershift Gearbox FailureSerious
The 6DCT450 wet-clutch Powershift automatic requires fluid changes every 3 years/37,500 miles. If missed, the internal plastic damping springs shatter and destroy the mechatronic unit.
- Steering Rack FailureSerious
The power steering rack can leak fluid internally into the track rod end boots, eventually running the pump dry and ruining the rack.
- Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) WearSerious
The S-Max heavy body puts extra strain on the DMF. Symptoms include rattling at idle especially cold, vibration through the pedals and difficulty engaging gears. Some owners report failure as early as 60,000 miles on cars used in stop-start traffic.
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