2011 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · YS60 GXV

The most recent MOT test occurred on 14 January 2022 at 120,749 miles, resulting in a pass, yet the maintenance trend shows a worsening pattern of neglected mechanical issues. The tester flagged both front outer tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, indicating persistent alignment or suspension defects. Just two days prior, the vehicle failed with front inner brake pads worn below 1.5mm, a defective offside front side repeater, front exhaust fumes entering the cabin, and parking brake efficiency below requirements. Failing on brake pad thickness and exhaust emissions shortly before passing suggests the previous owner addressed immediate failures but ignored underlying wear patterns. The recurring tyre wear points to an ongoing disregard for basic consumable upkeep. Accumulating 120,749 miles over fifteen years equates to roughly 8,050 miles annually, a typical figure for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression reveals a notable gap between January 2022 and today in June 2026, meaning the vehicle has stood or been unused for over four years since its last test. Between January 2020 and January 2022, the mileage increased by 15,835 miles, averaging around 7,900 miles per year, which is consistent. However, the current recorded mileage remains exactly at the January 2022 figure, raising questions about whether the vehicle has been sitting idle or if the mileage is merely unrecorded due to an expired MOT. A prospective buyer must thoroughly inspect the structural integrity of the exhaust system, specifically looking for corrosion or failing welds that could allow fumes to enter the cabin, as flagged in the 2022 failure. The repeated advisories regarding front outer tyre wear on the edge strongly suggest worn suspension bushes, damaged coil springs, or misaligned tracking that remains unresolved. Brake components require close scrutiny; the extremely worn inner pads and inadequate parking brake efficiency indicate prolonged neglect of the braking system. Given the four-year gap since the last MOT, a comprehensive inspection of all brake discs, calipers for binding, and the complete suspension setup is essential before assessing its current roadworthiness.