Ford S-Max: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 5.7% of Ford S-Max MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2006, 2007 cars.
Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair cost: £100–£350 per axle (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Brakes failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 14,062 | 8.9% |
| 2007 | 38,403 | 8.5% |
| 2016 | 39,961 | 4.6% |
| 2017 | 30,334 | 4.3% |
| 2018 | 13,811 | 3.4% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.