2014 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · MV14 DYP

The 2014 Ford S-MAX presents a stable and largely positive maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 3 July 2025 at 57,403 miles. That test flagged three minor advisories: rear brake pads wearing thin, a worn rear brake disc, and a non-functioning central stop lamp bulb. None of these constitute a serious mechanical risk, and the pattern across the record shows no recurring structural or safety-critical failures. The vehicle has passed every recorded test, with only minor wear-and-tear items noted, indicating consistent basic upkeep rather than neglect. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle. Between the February 2021 test at 40,288 miles and the July 2025 test at 57,403 miles, the car covered just 17,115 miles over four and a half years, averaging roughly 3,800 miles annually in that window. Earlier years show a similar pattern, with only 4,540 miles added between March 2022 and February 2023. This suggests prolonged periods of light use or standing, which can be a double-edged factor: while drivetrain and suspension wear is reduced, long stationary periods can cause tyre perishing, brake surface corrosion, and fluid degradation. The advisories on both rear tyres noted in February 2021, flagged as cracking and perishing, align with exactly this kind of low-use storage pattern. Buyers should focus their in-person inspection on the braking system and tyre condition. The July 2025 test recorded both rear pads and a rear disc as worn, and the February 2023 test noted front brake discs that were pitted or scored. This suggests the braking components have been working harder relative to mileage, possibly due to corrosion from short journeys or standing. A physical check of disc thickness, pad material remaining, and any uneven wear is advisable. The rear tyre damage flagged in 2021 was never re-advised in subsequent tests, likely because the tyres were replaced, but verifying the age and condition of the current set remains prudent given the vehicle's usage profile. Beyond the brakes and tyres, the clean MOT record with no suspension, steering, or structural corrosion advisories is encouraging for a vehicle of this age. Still, a thorough underbody inspection for rust, particularly on subframes, suspension mounting points, and around the rear arches, is standard due diligence. The central stop lamp fault from July 2025 is a simple bulb or cluster issue but should be confirmed as repaired. Overall, the record reflects a well-maintained vehicle with no alarming trends, though its low-mileage lifestyle warrants attention to consumable condition rather than high-mileage mechanical fatigue.