2016 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · DD07 ALD
2016 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 61,561 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,561 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DD07 ALD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/01/2026
- 61,561 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
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DD07 ALD MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford S-Max (DD07 ALD) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
DD07 ALD Mileage History
- 08/01/202235,114 mi
- 14/12/202241,575 mi+6,461 mi
- 18/12/202347,367 mi+5,792 mi
- 18/12/202455,112 mi+7,745 mi
- 07/01/202661,561 mi+6,449 mi
Average of roughly 6,616 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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