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KC53 BDS

2016 Ford S-Max · Diesel · 1997cc

Red Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelS-Max
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2016 Ford S-Max Diesel 1997cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 39,326 miles on the clock, averaging 2,601 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.

MOT & Mileage History for KC53 BDS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
39,326
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2019
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
2,601

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading39,326 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,601
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KC53 BDS 23k27k31k35k39k '19'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage39,326 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,326 miles
Since last MOT+3,106 miles
PASS
Mileage36,220 miles
Since last MOT+2,888 miles
PASS
Mileage33,332 miles
Since last MOT+2,456 miles
PASS
Mileage30,876 miles
Since last MOT+2,445 miles
PASS
Mileage28,431 miles
Since last MOT+2,564 miles
PASS
Mileage25,867 miles
Since last MOT+2,646 miles
PASS
Mileage23,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,221 miles

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC53 BDS
MakeFord
ModelS-Max
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeKC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KC53 BDS

What car is KC53 BDS?

KC53 BDS is a red Ford S-Max, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Northampton in 2016.

What is the mileage of KC53 BDS?

The last recorded mileage for KC53 BDS was 39,326 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KC53 BDS passed its MOT?

KC53 BDS has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.

Is KC53 BDS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC53 BDS is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is KC53 BDS?

KC53 BDS is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.