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AF65 VLJ

2015 Ford S-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,379 mi
Last recorded65,379 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 Ford S-max56,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF65 VLJ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 65,379 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 54,457 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge main tread area down to 2.5mm 235 55 17, inner edge worn bald, advise replace (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing unevenly 235 55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235 55 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 54,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed severely worn inner edge tyre structure showing through 235 55 17, main tread area 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge main tread area down to 2.5mm 235 55 17, inner edge worn bald, advise replace (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing unevenly 235 55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235 55 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 45,591 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 36,839 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 31,568 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 27,059 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 17,665 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 14,022 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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AF65 VLJ is a 2015 Ford S-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 56,952 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 AF65 VLJ, 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 11 years old, this Ford S-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF65 VLJ registered?

AF65 VLJ is a 2015 Ford S-max, first registered on 28 September 2015.

Is AF65 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF65 VLJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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