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Ford S-MAX

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

K31 DMEMOT history

K31 DME is a grey diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 11 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 169,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

K31 DME grey 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 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
169,997 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 DME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 DME was last recorded at 169,997 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 9,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,693 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,304 miles
Average per year
9,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,997 miles
  • 2025 – 160,693 miles
  • 2024 – 148,475 miles
  • 2023 – 131,846 miles
  • 2022 – 119,580 miles
  • 2021 – 107,463 miles
  • 2020 – 98,001 miles
  • 2019 – 91,838 miles
  • 2018 – 83,677 miles
  • 2017 – 73,891 miles
  • 2016 – 66,273 miles
  • 2015 – 62,212 miles
  • 2014 – 56,362 miles
  • 2013 – 47,751 miles
  • 2011 – 38,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,997 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,997 miles (+9,304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    169,997 miles
    Test number
    803009543604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass160,693 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    160,693 miles
    Test number
    341514403687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail160,621 miles (+12,146)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,621 miles
    Test number
    451088040264
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion across under-body components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass148,475 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    148,475 miles
    Test number
    259859740281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail148,475 miles (+16,629)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,475 miles
    Test number
    210362770293
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass131,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,846 miles
    Test number
    383211856337
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail131,842 miles (+12,262)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,842 miles
    Test number
    166897444818
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside 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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,580 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    119,580 miles
    Test number
    468885176751
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail119,580 miles (+12,117)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,580 miles
    Test number
    857781851778
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass107,463 miles (+9,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    107,463 miles
    Test number
    544407517940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass98,001 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    98,001 miles
    Test number
    923484711555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,668 miles (+5,830)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,668 miles
    Test number
    730979553558
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass91,838 miles (+8,161)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    91,838 miles
    Test number
    247764278250
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall service rubber damaged no ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit worn inner shoulder 2354518 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit worn inner shoulder 2354518 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear position lamp not working not more than 50%

  14. Pass83,677 miles (+9,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,677 miles
    Test number
    441007370431
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass73,891 miles (+7,618)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    73,891 miles
    Test number
    360575358260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,273 miles (+4,061)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    925526228168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,212 miles (+5,850)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,212 miles
    Test number
    545711405163
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass56,362 miles (+8,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,362 miles
    Test number
    739213874011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass47,751 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    279535303052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail47,751 miles (+9,025)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    186254903462
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass38,726 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,726 miles
    Test number
    877047141359
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about K31 DME

Does K31 DME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 DME is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 DME?
The MOT on K31 DME is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 DME done?
K31 DME was recorded at 169,997 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 9,140 miles a year.
Has K31 DME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 DME has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on K31 DME 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 K31 DME find?
K31 DME passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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