2013 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · YT13 FCU
2013 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 89,062 miles. MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD S-MAX
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,062 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YT13 FCU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/08/2026
- 89,062 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YT13 FCU 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 2013 Ford S-Max (YT13 FCU) between July 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
YT13 FCU Mileage History
- 01/07/202264,510 mi
- 26/07/202373,185 mi+8,675 mi
- 23/08/202477,391 mi+4,206 mi
- 02/08/202584,570 mi+7,179 mi
- 20/08/202689,062 mi+4,492 mi
Average of roughly 5,935 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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