2008 Ford S-MAX 1.8L Diesel · KL08 RZU
2008 Ford S-MAX (1.8L, diesel). First registered 10 May 2008. Recorded mileage 117,421 miles. MOT expired on 09 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,421 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KL08 RZU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2025
- 117,421 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KL08 RZU 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 2008 Ford S-Max (KL08 RZU) between November 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
KL08 RZU Mileage History
- 25/11/2022111,100 mi
- 20/11/2023113,908 mi+2,808 mi
- 22/11/2023113,908 mi
- 05/02/2025117,412 mi+3,504 mi
- 10/02/2025117,421 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 2,859 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: Below 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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