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Ford S-MAX

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

L2 BVWMOT history

L2 BVW is a grey diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L2 BVW 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 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,691 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 BVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 BVW was last recorded at 105,691 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,618 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
4,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,691 miles
  • 2025 – 95,223 miles
  • 2024 – 82,574 miles
  • 2023 – 76,888 miles
  • 2022 – 71,004 miles
  • 2021 – 65,565 miles
  • 2020 – 64,119 miles
  • 2019 – 60,136 miles
  • 2018 – 58,187 miles
  • 2017 – 56,447 miles
  • 2016 – 53,722 miles
  • 2015 – 50,527 miles
  • 2014 – 48,421 miles
  • 2013 – 46,184 miles
  • 2012 – 43,521 miles
  • 2011 – 39,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,691 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes os/ns

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,691 miles (+73)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,691 miles
    Test number
    333363662263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,618 miles (+10,395)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,618 miles
    Test number
    568011678822
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,223 miles (+12,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    95,223 miles
    Test number
    423436320742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,574 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,574 miles
    Test number
    317253130757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,888 miles (+5,884)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,888 miles
    Test number
    432495958449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,004 miles (+5,439)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    71,004 miles
    Test number
    112301795902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,565 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    65,565 miles
    Test number
    239198807166
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes os/ns (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail65,556 miles (+1,437)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,556 miles
    Test number
    763742825088
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes os/ns (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass64,119 miles (+3,983)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,119 miles
    Test number
    903662200284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,136 miles
    Test number
    658934669363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,136 miles (+1,949)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,136 miles
    Test number
    742608379723
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass58,187 miles (+1,740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,187 miles
    Test number
    837978254894
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges

  13. Pass56,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,447 miles
    Test number
    423683121907
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are worn and corroded

  14. Fail56,447 miles (+2,725)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,447 miles
    Test number
    468262679127
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are worn and corroded

  15. Pass53,722 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,722 miles
    Test number
    928229126164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

  16. Fail53,722 miles (+3,195)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,722 miles
    Test number
    768002301430
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

  17. Pass50,527 miles (+2,106)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,527 miles
    Test number
    305338955081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,421 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,421 miles
    Test number
    616876554079
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has light cracks between treads
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has light cracks between treads

  19. Fail48,421 miles (+2,237)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,421 miles
    Test number
    545325054032
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has light cracks between treads
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has light cracks between treads

  20. Pass46,184 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,184 miles
    Test number
    929884973025
    • NoteExhaust around rear bracket slightly corroded

  21. Fail46,184 miles (+2,663)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,184 miles
    Test number
    986784073020
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteExhaust around rear bracket slightly corroded

  22. Fail43,521 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,521 miles
    Test number
    199405372408
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear centre seatbelt locking device plastic cover missing but works ok

  23. Pass43,521 miles (+4,438)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,521 miles
    Test number
    939125172025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear centre seatbelt locking device plastic cover missing but works ok

  24. Pass39,083 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,083 miles
    Test number
    319652651000
    • NoteRear centre seat belt buckle cover missing but operation ok

Questions about L2 BVW

Does L2 BVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 BVW is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 BVW?
The MOT on L2 BVW is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 BVW done?
L2 BVW was recorded at 105,691 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 4,394 miles a year.
Has L2 BVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 BVW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 BVW 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 L2 BVW find?
L2 BVW passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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