2007 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · LR57 ACX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a clean pass on September 4, 2025 at 155,056 miles. While the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes, the most recent inspection recorded no defects, indicating the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This trend suggests the previous owner is proactive in rectifying issues immediately once they are identified, as the failures in the last two years occurred just hours or days before the successful tests. At a recorded mileage of 155,056 miles over 19 years, the vehicle averages approximately 8,161 miles per year. This aligns closely with typical national averages for an MPV of this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with 7,860 miles covered between September 2023 and September 2024, and another 9,531 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary use, which often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the mechanical areas most susceptible to high-mileage Ford wear despite the clean MOT sheets. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the suspension arm bushes and stabilizer link joints is necessary to identify any excessive play. The record does not highlight structural corrosion, but an inspection of the rear sills and wheel arches remains vital for a vehicle of nearly two decades. Furthermore, checking the brake system for binding calipers or thinned discs will ensure that the braking performance remains consistent with the recent pass results.