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Silver · Diesel · 2014 · 1,997 cc

C5 RSSMOT history

C5 RSS is a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 8 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 113,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

C5 RSS silver Ford S-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford S-Max, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
113,005 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 RSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
8 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 RSS was last recorded at 113,005 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,985 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
9,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,005 miles
  • 2025 – 103,665 miles
  • 2024 – 94,336 miles
  • 2023 – 89,408 miles
  • 2022 – 83,807 miles
  • 2021 – 76,268 miles
  • 2020 – 67,632 miles
  • 2019 – 57,714 miles
  • 2018 – 47,593 miles
  • 2017 – 35,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,005 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All discs surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,005 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    113,005 miles
    Test number
    514129068758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail112,985 miles (+155)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,985 miles
    Test number
    808852661918
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail112,830 miles (+9,165)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,830 miles
    Test number
    199401860550
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted securing rubbers missing 2 (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass103,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    103,665 miles
    Test number
    594266176332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail103,665 miles (+9,329)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,665 miles
    Test number
    149375558078
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass94,336 miles (+4,928)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    94,336 miles
    Test number
    946092008468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,408 miles (+5,601)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    89,408 miles
    Test number
    488022325936
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass83,807 miles (+7,539)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    83,807 miles
    Test number
    710118243618
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass76,268 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    76,268 miles
    Test number
    774981738293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll discs surface corrosion
  10. Fail76,268 miles (+8,636)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,268 miles
    Test number
    464679025463
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure may be due to wheel damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll discs surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOsf outer cv boot grease about been repaired old grease
  11. Pass67,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,632 miles
    Test number
    193828021082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,632 miles (+9,918)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,632 miles
    Test number
    818726040004
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  13. Pass57,714 miles (+10,121)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,714 miles
    Test number
    445512475126
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose
  14. Pass47,593 miles (+11,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    47,593 miles
    Test number
    781690573815
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
  15. Pass35,876 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    35,876 miles
    Test number
    332900298914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner bead (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f tyres bald on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f wipers smearing

Questions about C5 RSS

Does C5 RSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 RSS is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 RSS?
The MOT on C5 RSS is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 RSS done?
C5 RSS was recorded at 113,005 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 9,102 miles a year.
Has C5 RSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 RSS has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 RSS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C5 RSS find?
C5 RSS passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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