2009 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · MR51 CJT
2009 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17 Nov 2009. Recorded mileage 145,682 miles. MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 145,682 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MR51 CJT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 145,682 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.
MR51 CJT 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 2009 Ford S-Max (MR51 CJT) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
MR51 CJT Mileage History
- 06/03/2024136,329 mi
- 11/03/2025143,213 mi+6,884 mi
- 12/03/2025143,213 mi
- 09/03/2026145,679 mi+2,466 mi
- 09/03/2026145,682 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 4,660 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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