2014 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · BU14 MXJ
2014 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2014. Recorded mileage 147,146 miles. MOT valid until 04 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,146 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU14 MXJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2026
- 147,146 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU14 MXJ 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 2014 Ford S-Max (BU14 MXJ) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
BU14 MXJ Mileage History
- 06/10/2022109,342 mi
- 29/09/2023120,124 mi+10,782 mi
- 03/10/2024129,767 mi+9,643 mi
- 03/10/2025138,757 mi+8,990 mi
- 02/10/2026147,146 mi+8,389 mi
Average of roughly 9,477 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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