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Ford S-MAX

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

K55 TCVMOT history

K55 TCV is a black diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 24 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 98,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

K55 TCV 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 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
98,121 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 TCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 TCV was last recorded at 98,121 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,972 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
149 miles
Average per year
6,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,121 miles
  • 2024 – 90,809 miles
  • 2023 – 85,044 miles
  • 2022 – 80,746 miles
  • 2021 – 73,841 miles
  • 2020 – 71,547 miles
  • 2019 – 66,642 miles
  • 2017 – 52,221 miles
  • 2016 – 45,724 miles
  • 2015 – 36,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,121 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,121 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    98,121 miles
    Test number
    943784946110
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail98,121 miles (+149)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,121 miles
    Test number
    668591653830
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail97,972 miles (+7,163)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,972 miles
    Test number
    483313634111
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  4. Pass90,809 miles (+5,765)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    90,809 miles
    Test number
    946173615381
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass85,044 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,044 miles
    Test number
    146376774771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,037 miles (+4,291)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,037 miles
    Test number
    992357254659
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sets (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs have surface corrosion and appear too have been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass80,746 miles (+6,905)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,746 miles
    Test number
    614888098679
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass73,841 miles (+2,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,841 miles
    Test number
    754166623619
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass71,547 miles (+4,905)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,547 miles
    Test number
    409901898488
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sidelight slightly flickering
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass66,642 miles (+6,038)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,642 miles
    Test number
    999362190202
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral High level stop not working
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass60,604 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,604 miles
    Test number
    348451834956
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  12. Fail60,604 miles (+8,383)2 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,604 miles
    Test number
    201705478149
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  13. Pass52,221 miles (+6,497)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,221 miles
    Test number
    334375746060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,724 miles (+9,026)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,724 miles
    Test number
    307942672460
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn unevenly and tread low
  15. Pass36,698 miles (+4,843)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,698 miles
    Test number
    675957635731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,855 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,855 miles
    Test number
    715060315185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about K55 TCV

Does K55 TCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 TCV is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K55 TCV?
The MOT on K55 TCV is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 TCV done?
K55 TCV was recorded at 98,121 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 6,230 miles a year.
Has K55 TCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 TCV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on K55 TCV 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 K55 TCV find?
K55 TCV passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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