2020 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · DS20 YRV

The Ford S-Max presents as roadworthy following the August 2025 pass at 82,199 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across its recorded history. The most recent test shows a clean result with no defects logged. Prior to that, the July 2024 and July 2023 tests also passed without advisories, indicating no escalating mechanical concerns across the vehicle's six-year lifespan. Mileage stands at 82,199 against a 2020 build, equating to roughly 13,700 miles per annum. The records show a jump from 42,370 miles at the July 2023 test to 56,705 by July 2024, then a larger climb to 82,196 by August 2025. That final year added over 25,000 miles, marking accelerated use in the most recent period. The sparse test history offers little granular detail on component condition between annual checks. The August 2025 failure at 82,196 miles carries no recorded defects, suggesting an administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault, with the pass issued the same day. Likewise, the July 2023 fail logged no defects before the next-day pass. No advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions appear in any entry, so the DVSA data alone reveals no recurring wear patterns or structural risks. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection given the high annual mileage and the recent sharp usage increase. Priorities should include measuring front and rear brake disc wear, checking coil springs and suspension arm bushes for fatigue, and assessing subframe and sill structural integrity for corrosion. The clean MOT trail does not exempt the drivetrain from scrutiny after 82,000 miles of mixed motorway and urban cycles.