2013 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · BJ13 DWV
2013 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 07 Jun 2013. Recorded mileage 82,741 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,741 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ13 DWV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2026
- 82,741 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ13 DWV 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 2013 Ford S-Max (BJ13 DWV) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
BJ13 DWV Mileage History
- 28/06/202471,122 mi
- 28/06/202471,122 mi
- 28/06/202577,951 mi+6,829 mi
- 25/06/202682,734 mi+4,783 mi
- 25/06/202682,741 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 5,835 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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