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Ford S-MAX

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,997 cc

L18 MFNMOT history

L18 MFN is a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 149,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

L18 MFN silver Ford S-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
149,855 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 MFN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 MFN was last recorded at 149,855 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,851 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
9,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,855 miles
  • 2025 – 134,118 miles
  • 2024 – 123,449 miles
  • 2023 – 113,464 miles
  • 2022 – 106,667 miles
  • 2021 – 92,544 miles
  • 2020 – 80,125 miles
  • 2019 – 67,008 miles
  • 2018 – 53,894 miles
  • 2017 – 48,458 miles
  • 2016 – 41,656 miles
  • 2015 – 35,096 miles
  • 2014 – 29,728 miles
  • 2013 – 23,975 miles
  • 2012 – 18,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,855 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi splitting.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper suspension mounting bearing/top mount noisy.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,855 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    149,855 miles
    Test number
    609183546060
    • 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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail149,851 miles (+15,733)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,851 miles
    Test number
    667112717028
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass134,118 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    134,118 miles
    Test number
    416676920436
    • 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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail134,118 miles (+10,669)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,118 miles
    Test number
    880915792919
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass123,449 miles (+1)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    123,449 miles
    Test number
    512739809611
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi splitting. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension mounting bearing/top mount noisy.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail123,448 miles (+9,984)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,448 miles
    Test number
    342259197558
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened lower steel arm/spring support. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened lower steel arm/spring support. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi splitting. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension mounting bearing/top mount noisy.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass113,464 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    113,464 miles
    Test number
    386137708542
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc badly corroded inside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/chassis by trailing arm and subframe mounts. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc badly corroded inside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/chassis by trailing arm and subframe mounts. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components show moderate corrosion, advise to monitor.

  8. Fail113,464 miles (+6,797)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,464 miles
    Test number
    432837245242
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Inner pads almost on metal. Discs corroded. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment No reserve travel. (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc badly corroded inside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/chassis by trailing arm and subframe mounts. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc badly corroded inside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/chassis by trailing arm and subframe mounts. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components show moderate corrosion, advise to monitor.

  9. Pass106,667 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,667 miles
    Test number
    446373610589
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail106,667 miles (+14,123)2 dangerous1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,667 miles
    Test number
    830010017167
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn lower tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass92,544 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    461477992148
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail92,544 miles (+12,419)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    129083748316
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass80,125 miles (+13,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,125 miles
    Test number
    825228642364
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  14. Pass67,008 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    67,008 miles
    Test number
    176372542535
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNSR tyre perished dated 5109
    • AdvisoryOSF tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure

  15. Fail67,008 miles (+13,114)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,008 miles
    Test number
    213872422902
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNSR tyre perished dated 5109
    • AdvisoryOSF tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure

  16. Pass53,894 miles (+5,436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,894 miles
    Test number
    975504856546
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass48,458 miles (+6,802)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,458 miles
    Test number
    546066385852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,656 miles (+6,560)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    512979045729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,096 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    35,096 miles
    Test number
    565671645030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,728 miles (+5,753)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,728 miles
    Test number
    185060054427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,975 miles (+5,006)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,975 miles
    Test number
    167121353403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,969 miles
    Test number
    189237042473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 MFN

Does L18 MFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 MFN is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 MFN?
The MOT on L18 MFN is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 MFN done?
L18 MFN was recorded at 149,855 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 9,058 miles a year.
Has L18 MFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 MFN has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 MFN 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 L18 MFN find?
L18 MFN passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy, and 2 more.

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