2007 Ford S-MAX 2.5L Petrol · J33 XSH
2007 Ford S-MAX (2.5L, petrol). First registered 24 Jul 2007. Recorded mileage 135,861 miles. MOT valid until 24 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2007
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,861 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J33 XSH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 135,861 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
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J33 XSH 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 2007 Ford S-Max (J33 XSH) between August 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 May 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 (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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: “Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire fuel tank shield missing. (6.1.3 (e))”; “Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
J33 XSH Mileage History
- 08/08/2022123,900 mi
- 09/08/2022123,915 mi+15 mi
- 15/08/2023130,314 mi+6,399 mi
- 17/08/2023130,314 mi
- 26/05/2026135,861 mi+5,547 mi
Average of roughly 3,149 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford S-MAX Mk1
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Steering Rack FailureSerious
The power steering rack can leak fluid internally into the track rod end boots, eventually running the pump dry and ruining the rack.
- Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) WearSerious
The S-Max heavy body puts extra strain on the DMF. Symptoms include rattling at idle especially cold, vibration through the pedals and difficulty engaging gears. Some owners report failure as early as 60,000 miles on cars used in stop-start traffic.
- DPF Clogging and Vaporiser FailureModerate
Short urban journeys prevent DPF regeneration. The fuel vaporiser can fail and the differential pressure sensor is a common secondary failure. Without the vaporiser working the DPF cannot regenerate and will eventually clog completely.
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