2015 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · ML04 OHA

The latest MOT on 30 January 2026 passed with no defects, confirming the vehicle’s current roadworthiness. The maintenance trend is stable: tests have consistently passed, yet brake and tyre wear recur. Front brake discs were flagged in September 2024, pads were thin in 2020, and a near‑side front CV boot deteriorated in 2021, while tyre edge‑wear and a nail puncture appear in 2018 and 2024. These consumable issues are addressed each time they arise, showing a pattern of routine upkeep rather than progressive failure. Mileage accumulation over the car’s life totals 102 467 miles, averaging roughly 9 300 miles per year. The earliest MOTs in 2018 record a 2 390‑mile jump in just three months, indicating an unusually short interval or a missed test. Subsequent annual increases hover around 10 000 miles, with the most recent rise of 8 206 miles between September 2024 and January 2026. The gap of 1 year 4 months before the latest test is slightly longer than the standard annual interval, but the record otherwise remains complete without extended blank periods. A buyer should inspect the front brake discs and pads for uneven wear, as the 2024 and 2020 records show they have been thin. The near‑side front drive‑shaft CV boot should be examined for cracking or grease loss, reflecting the 2021 deterioration. Tyre condition is a key concern: check tread depth and sidewalls for edge‑wear warnings noted in 2018 and 2024, and look for embedded objects such as the 2020 nail puncture. The windscreen crack outside the safe zone should be assessed for spread. Finally, inspect suspension bushes, exhaust brackets and the under‑body for corrosion, especially around wheel arches and sill panels, to ensure structural integrity.