2008 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · LJ58 SFE
2008 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 146,746 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,746 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LJ58 SFE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
- 146,746 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.
LJ58 SFE 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 (LJ58 SFE) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
LJ58 SFE Mileage History
- 02/01/2024131,006 mi
- 02/01/2024131,007 mi+1 mi
- 14/01/2025138,306 mi+7,299 mi
- 09/01/2026146,746 mi+8,440 mi
- 09/01/2026146,746 mi
Average of roughly 7,788 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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