2009 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Petrol · WP58 NGU

The 2009 Ford S-Max presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at 117,809 miles on 20 November 2025. The absence of any recorded defects in the most recent test indicates the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. Looking back, the history shows a consistent pattern of passing with zero advisories or failures, barring a single anomalous entry in October 2023. This record implies a diligent approach to preventative upkeep rather than reactive repairs. The annual mileage accumulation sits at a typical 6,930 miles per year, reflecting light, steady use rather than prolonged standing or high-stress commuting. Between the November 2024 test at 111,563 miles and the November 2025 test at 117,809 miles, the vehicle covered 6,246 miles. The previous year saw a similar accumulation of 4,453 miles between October 2022 and October 2023. This consistent, low-mileage trajectory suggests minimal wear on drivetrain and suspension components relative to the vehicle's age. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential for a vehicle of this age. The anomalous failure recorded on 17 October 2023 at 105,777 miles, logged simultaneously with a pass and no defects, warrants a direct query to the seller regarding the nature of that initial refusal. Buyers should inspect the underside for structural corrosion, a common issue on older MPVs, paying close attention to suspension mounting points and subframes. While the brakes and emissions have consistently passed, checking the condition of brake discs and calipers for surface rust is prudent given the low annual mileage, which can cause corrosion from standing rather than wear. Suspension bushes and coil springs should also be examined for deterioration that might not yet trigger an MOT failure but indicates aging.