2007 Ford S-MAX 1.8L Diesel · J5 NGU
2007 Ford S-MAX (1.8L, diesel). First registered 29 Nov 2007. Recorded mileage 131,859 miles. MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2007
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,859 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J5 NGU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 03/09/2026
- 131,859 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J5 NGU 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 (J5 NGU) between August 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
J5 NGU Mileage History
- 14/08/2023111,680 mi
- 31/07/2024116,934 mi+5,254 mi
- 01/08/2025126,155 mi+9,221 mi
- 01/08/2025126,159 mi+4 mi
- 03/09/2026131,859 mi+5,700 mi
Average of roughly 6,604 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford S-MAX Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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FORD S-MAX Model Intelligence & Reliability
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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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