2016 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · LD66 MYM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 with 47,179 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, following a minor failure just three miles prior to that test. The tester flagged a nearside front tyre with tread depth below the legal limit on the inner edge, which was rectified immediately. This suggests the owner responds to safety-critical failures but indicates a lack of proactive tyre inspection prior to the annual test. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. Between the 2022 test at 24,701 miles and the 2024 test at 37,712 miles, the car covered 9,011 miles, indicating consistent but light usage. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion on braking surfaces which are not always captured by mileage alone. A physical inspection should pay close attention to the braking system, as the October 2022 test at 24,701 miles highlighted thin brake pads and pitted or scored rear discs. Although these were likely replaced since, the buyer should verify there are no signs of binding calipers or uneven wear on the rotors. Additionally, the 2023 and 2024 tests noted restricted access to adult seat belts due to fitted child seats. A buyer must manually check these seat belting mechanisms to ensure they are fully functional and free of damage that the tester could not fully verify during those previous inspections.