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Ford S-MAX

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,997 cc

L20 ALTMOT history

L20 ALT is a black diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 15 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 195,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

L20 ALT black Ford S-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
195,424 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 ALT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 ALT was last recorded at 195,424 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,390 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
8,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,424 miles
  • 2025 – 189,610 miles
  • 2024 – 184,235 miles
  • 2023 – 177,793 miles
  • 2022 – 173,356 miles
  • 2021 – 166,254 miles
  • 2020 – 161,282 miles
  • 2019 – 153,163 miles
  • 2018 – 143,596 miles
  • 2017 – 133,937 miles
  • 2016 – 119,296 miles
  • 2015 – 107,939 miles
  • 2014 – 96,982 miles
  • 2013 – 85,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,424 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY close (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion undersideRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,424 miles (+34)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    195,424 miles
    Test number
    648067741731
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion underside

  2. Fail195,390 miles (+5,780)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,390 miles
    Test number
    662669191958
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion underside

  3. Pass189,610 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    189,610 miles
    Test number
    954725870155
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail189,610 miles (+5,375)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,610 miles
    Test number
    427783343706
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass184,235 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    184,235 miles
    Test number
    281540598071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail184,234 miles (+6,441)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,234 miles
    Test number
    102555165684
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass177,793 miles (+4,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    177,793 miles
    Test number
    898217581274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass173,356 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    173,356 miles
    Test number
    549073762692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail173,356 miles (+7,102)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,356 miles
    Test number
    757821922326
    • MajorDriver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass166,254 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    166,254 miles
    Test number
    595347181540
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail166,254 miles (+4,972)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,254 miles
    Test number
    367840010823
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass161,282 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    161,282 miles
    Test number
    119042374472
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wide screen damaged

  13. Fail161,280 miles (+8,117)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,280 miles
    Test number
    104159185565
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wide screen damaged
    • AdvisorySell of fuel leak engine bay , but under covers

  14. Pass153,163 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    153,163 miles
    Test number
    570875904821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail153,157 miles (+9,561)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,157 miles
    Test number
    368734986954
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass143,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    143,596 miles
    Test number
    416748945932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  17. Fail143,596 miles (+9,659)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,596 miles
    Test number
    798840198338
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  18. Pass133,937 miles (+14,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    133,937 miles
    Test number
    394248624099
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres around 2.5mm

  19. Pass119,296 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    119,296 miles
    Test number
    946917028853
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail119,296 miles (+11,357)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,296 miles
    Test number
    116938589969
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass107,939 miles (+10,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,939 miles
    Test number
    698670925075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass96,982 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,982 miles
    Test number
    167925814410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail96,944 miles (+10,964)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,944 miles
    Test number
    165744614444
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass85,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,980 miles
    Test number
    299534363013
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail85,980 miles (+52)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,980 miles
    Test number
    786884463057
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass85,928 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    85,928 miles
    Test number
    426638503065
    • NoteO/s rear tyre tread area wearing low eg 2,2mm legal limit 1,6mm

Questions about L20 ALT

Does L20 ALT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 ALT is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 ALT?
The MOT on L20 ALT is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 ALT done?
L20 ALT was recorded at 195,424 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 8,379 miles a year.
Has L20 ALT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 ALT has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 ALT 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 L20 ALT find?
L20 ALT passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges, and 6 more.

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