2007 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · BJ57 ABO

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 9 March 2026 at 156,262 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In March 2026, the car failed a test just five days prior at 156,077 miles before being rectified and passed with no recorded defects. This suggests the previous owner is reactive to requirements, addressing specific faults only when necessary to pass the legal test rather than following a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. At 19 years old, the 156,262 miles represent an average of approximately 8,224 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a large MPV. The data shows consistent use between testing intervals, with 12,600 miles covered between March 2024 and February 2025, and another 14,348 miles between February 2025 and March 2026. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which generally benefits the state of the rubber components and seals, though the high mileage places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension geometry. Because the recent tests show no recorded advisories despite the initial failures, a buyer must conduct a physical inspection of high-wear areas typical to this age and model. Focus on the structural integrity of the inner sills and the rear subframe, where corrosion often develops before it triggers an MOT failure. Given the high mileage, evaluate the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for fatigue, and inspect brake calipers for binding or thin discs. While the MOT history is currently clean, the lack of recorded advisories may indicate that minor wear is being overlooked by the tester, necessitating a thorough check of tyre tread depth and fluid leaks.