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AD12 DRV

2012 Ford S-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,332 mi
Last recorded103,332 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford S-max75,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD12 DRV
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 103,332 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Damage to both headlamp mounts

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to limit, worn on inner edge only passes due to raised tread pattern. Advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 103,332 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Damage to both headlamp mounts

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to limit, worn on inner edge only passes due to raised tread pattern. Advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 96,878 miles

Central Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 91,936 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 84,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front headlamp lower support damaged

handbrake lever in poor condition

Pass 19 Aug 2021 74,390 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 69,496 miles

Front Engine cover and under tray obstructing view

Front Minor chip in windscreen

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 62,421 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Under tray fitted

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 51,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Aug 2017 40,081 miles

Both front tyres have no visible tread on their inner edges.

Pass 23 Aug 2016 27,456 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 19,102 miles

How Reliable is the Ford S-max?

Based on 1,368,227 MOT tests across 101,843 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
8,124
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
101,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,089
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,704
Stop lamp not working 10,335
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 9,141
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 9,079
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AD12 DRV is a 2012 Ford S-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 75,817 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford S-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26,089 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD12 DRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford S-max typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD12 DRV registered?

AD12 DRV is a 2012 Ford S-max, first registered on 30 August 2012.

Is AD12 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD12 DRV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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