2006 Ford S-MAX 1.8L Diesel · PY56 BFV
2006 Ford S-MAX (1.8L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 72,423 miles. MOT expired on 24 Mar 2025.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Mar 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,423 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PY56 BFV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 18/03/2025
- 72,423 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PY56 BFV 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 2006 Ford S-Max (PY56 BFV) between February 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 March 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
PY56 BFV Mileage History
- 06/02/202357,655 mi
- 08/03/202466,340 mi+8,685 mi
- 25/03/202466,345 mi+5 mi
- 25/03/202466,346 mi+1 mi
- 18/03/202572,423 mi+6,077 mi
Average of roughly 6,997 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: Poor
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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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