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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

C8 DKSMOT history

C8 DKS is a black diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 5 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 109,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

C8 DKS black 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 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
109,454 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 DKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
5 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 DKS was last recorded at 109,454 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,301 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
153 miles
Average per year
10,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,454 miles
  • 2025 – 98,931 miles
  • 2024 – 87,136 miles
  • 2023 – 72,773 miles
  • 2022 – 60,424 miles
  • 2021 – 52,434 miles
  • 2020 – 44,231 miles
  • 2019 – 37,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,454 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low on inner edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBoth sides front lower arm rear bushes showing wearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront discs showing wearRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear subframe & components showing corrosionRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • N/s/f tyre slight inner edge wear 235/50/18y

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • O/s/f tyre cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear brake pads starting to get low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,454 miles (+153)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    109,454 miles
    Test number
    858917914899
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front lower arm rear bushes showing wear
    • AdvisoryFront discs showing wear
    • AdvisoryRear subframe & components showing corrosion

  2. Fail109,301 miles (+10,370)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,301 miles
    Test number
    147832635252
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front lower arm rear bushes showing wear
    • AdvisoryFront discs showing wear
    • AdvisoryRear subframe & components showing corrosion

  3. Pass98,931 miles (+40)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    98,931 miles
    Test number
    598063700758
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront discs showing wear
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slight inner edge wear 235/50/18y
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads starting to get low
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing surface corrosion

  4. Fail98,891 miles (+11,755)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,891 miles
    Test number
    941886498290
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront discs showing wear
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slight inner edge wear 235/50/18y
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads starting to get low
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing surface corrosion

  5. Pass87,136 miles (+14,363)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,136 miles
    Test number
    967667964392
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront discs are showing signs of wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is getting low on tread
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate is deteriorated
    • AdvisorySpare wheel is missing

  6. Pass72,773 miles (+12,349)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    72,773 miles
    Test number
    337780374165
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront discs starting to show wear
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre showing heavy inner edge wear

  7. Pass60,424 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    60,424 miles
    Test number
    209393586003
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre poor getting low on tread 235/50/18y xl

  8. Fail60,384 miles (+7,950)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,384 miles
    Test number
    512949580256
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre poor getting low on tread 235/50/18y xl
    • AdvisoryRear discs very poor/corroded & reduced contact area on inner face-advise replace

  9. Pass52,434 miles (+8,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    52,434 miles
    Test number
    720672087241
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/f foglamp broken
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre just mot legal & advise replace asap 235/50/18w xl
    • AdvisoryRear pads worn low

  10. Pass44,231 miles (+6,411)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    44,231 miles
    Test number
    916051407832
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres showing slight inner edge wear
    • AdvisoryRear pads approx 80% worn
    • AdvisorySlight inner edge wear noted o/s/f tyre

  11. Pass37,820 miles (+1,074)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    37,820 miles
    Test number
    984920608842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,746 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    36,746 miles
    Test number
    137401828239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,745 miles1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,745 miles
    Test number
    408770887146
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Questions about C8 DKS

Does C8 DKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 DKS is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 DKS?
The MOT on C8 DKS is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 DKS done?
C8 DKS was recorded at 109,454 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 10,148 miles a year.
Has C8 DKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 DKS has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 DKS 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 C8 DKS find?
C8 DKS passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; both rear tyres low on inner edges; both sides front lower arm rear bushes showing wear, and 2 more.

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