2012 Ford S-MAX 1.6L Diesel · ML12 ABF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the September 2025 test at 108,616 miles. This most recent result follows a period of mechanical volatility, particularly during the 2024 test cycle where the vehicle failed on multiple fronts including injector chuffing, a fault in the supplementary restraint system, and corroded rear coil springs. The transition from a failed test in September 2024 to a clean pass in 2025 suggests that the previously identified mechanical and safety issues have been addressed, indicating a recent period of corrective maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,758 miles per year. The data shows steady usage without significant gaps or periods of prolonged inactivity. Between the September 2023 test at 91,198 miles and the September 2024 test at 101,024 miles, the vehicle covered nearly 10,000 miles, which aligns with the overall pattern of regular, moderate use. This consistent mileage suggests the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting idle, which can often lead to different types of degradation such as perished rubber components. A prospective buyer should focus inspections on the suspension and braking systems due to recurring advisories and failures. The record shows a persistent trend of worn suspension arm bushes and corroded rear coil springs, with issues flagged in 2021, 2022, and 2024. While the 2025 test was clear, the history of suspension wear and tyre degradation suggests that the chassis and running gear should be checked for any residual play or uneven wear. Additionally, the repeated mentions of pitted or scored brake discs and thin brake pads across multiple years, including 2018, 2020, and 2024, necessitate a thorough check of the current braking hardware and caliper condition. The history also highlights a pattern of neglected consumable maintenance, specifically regarding tyres and lighting. Frequent failures for low tyre tread, sidewall damage, and inoperative registration plate lamps between 2016 and 2024 indicate that previous owners occasionally deferred basic upkeep. While the most recent MOT shows no defects, the buyer should verify the current condition of all tyres and ensure that the injector performance remains stable, given the chuffing reported in 2024.