2012 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · K7 SKP
2012 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 11 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 159,726 miles. MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,726 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K7 SKP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 159,726 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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K7 SKP 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 2012 Ford S-Max (K7 SKP) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
K7 SKP Mileage History
- 16/11/2023130,872 mi
- 14/11/2024144,440 mi+13,568 mi
- 21/11/2024144,449 mi+9 mi
- 20/11/2025159,406 mi+14,957 mi
- 01/12/2025159,726 mi+320 mi
Average of roughly 14,129 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: Average
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- Powershift Gearbox FailureSerious
The 6DCT450 wet-clutch Powershift automatic requires fluid changes every 3 years/37,500 miles. If missed, the internal plastic damping springs shatter and destroy the mechatronic unit.
- 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.
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