Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Ford S Max?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Ford S Max?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Ford S Max?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Ford S Max?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford S Max (2022)

220 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.2% first-time pass rate

2022 Ford S Max

CarHunch analysed 220 real MOT records for the 2022 Ford S Max. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

Generally reliable 10.2% above UK average

90.2%

pass MOT first time

UK average: ~80%

21,980

typical mileage

14,355–35,337 middle half

7.7%

ever had a dangerous defect

recorded at any MOT

0.2

avg MOT failures per car

over 1.3 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2022 Ford S Max

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Ford S Max vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

14,355

low mileage

21,980

typical

35,337

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Ford S Max vehicles fall between 14,355 and 35,337 miles.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.2

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2022 Ford S Max

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

22.3%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
21.5%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
10.6%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
9.1%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
6%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
5.4%

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
4.1%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
3.9%

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022. Counts include advisories and failures.

Found a specific Ford S Max?

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