2015 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · LR65 MJF

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 3 February 2026, resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle satisfied all statutory roadworthiness requirements at that time. Looking at the broader test history, the S-MAX has produced three consecutive passes at the 2024, 2025, and 2026 tests, each clean of advisories, which represents a stable and consistent maintenance pattern. The only earlier blemish is a fail recorded on 16 December 2022, immediately retested and passed on the same date with no defects listed; the absence of any recorded defects on either the fail or the subsequent pass suggests the issue was either rectified on-site or related to a non-structural compliance matter such as a bulb or advisory-level concern. Overall, the trend is one of stable roadworthiness with no accumulating advisories that would indicate progressive deterioration. The recorded mileage of 133,254 miles over an 11-year life equates to an annual average of roughly 12,114 miles, which is notably high for a vehicle of this age and points to consistent, substantial use rather than periods of standing. High-mileage examples place greater demand on consumable and mechanical components, particularly the clutch, dual-mass flywheel if fitted to the manual variant, turbocharger, injectors, suspension bushes, coil springs, and braking components. Buyers should be mindful that although MOT testing captures safety-critical defects, it does not evaluate engine internals, gearbox condition, or timing chain health, all of which become more pertinent at this usage level. The relatively even accumulation implied by the test dates suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left idle, which is generally positive for moving component longevity but raises the likelihood that items such as front discs, pads, tyres, and anti-roll bar drop links may be approaching replacement. Given the clean MOT history and high-mileage usage profile, a prospective buyer should focus on age-and-use-related inspections that fall outside the MOT checklist. Tyres warrant particular attention: at 11 years old, even with adequate tread, the sidewalls may exhibit perishing or cracking from ozone exposure, which can compromise structural integrity and warrants close visual inspection. Brake discs should be examined for lipping and corrosion, particularly on a vehicle that has seen continuous use, while calipers and slider pins should be checked for binding or seized operation that may not manifest as an MOT failure but can cause uneven pad wear. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as S-MAX models of this era are known to suffer from premature battery failure affecting stop-start functionality and onboard electronics, and a replacement at this age is a sensible precaution regardless of current performance. In addition, fluid and service history verification is essential. Coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid (if applicable) all degrade on a calendar basis rather than purely by mileage, and a high-mileage 2015 example should have documented evidence of recent fluid changes, ideally supported by main dealer or specialist invoices and a stamped service book. A thorough test drive should include checks for any suspension clonks or knocking over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes or top mounts; any vibration through the steering wheel suggesting wheel balance, driveshaft, or CV joint wear; and any hesitation, turbo whistle anomalies, or smoke from the exhaust on startup or under load. Finally, a compression test or diagnostic scan for stored fault codes relating to the turbocharger, EGR system, and DPF would be prudent to confirm the mechanical health of the powertrain beyond what the MOT records can verify.