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Ford S-MAX

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

L33 RLSMOT history

L33 RLS is a grey diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 28 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 96,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

L33 RLS 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 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
96,783 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L33 RLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L33 RLS was last recorded at 96,783 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 4,954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,829 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,954 miles
Average per year
6,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,783 miles
  • 2025 – 91,829 miles
  • 2024 – 86,681 miles
  • 2023 – 82,828 miles
  • 2022 – 78,296 miles
  • 2021 – 72,470 miles
  • 2020 – 69,006 miles
  • 2019 – 63,223 miles
  • 2018 – 54,572 miles
  • 2017 – 49,038 miles
  • 2016 – 38,330 miles
  • 2015 – 28,749 miles
  • 2014 – 20,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,783 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush of corroded wishbone arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,783 miles (+4,954)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    96,783 miles
    Test number
    647269666196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass91,829 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,829 miles
    Test number
    196892217045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush of corroded wishbone arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test seats in boot area
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working central window stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail91,829 miles (+5,148)3 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,829 miles
    Test number
    236663427780
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner worn and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush of corroded wishbone arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp loose but secure as 1 bolt missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test seats in boot area
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working central window stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass86,681 miles (+3,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,681 miles
    Test number
    997652071183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass82,828 miles (+4,532)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    82,828 miles
    Test number
    675703637510
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass78,296 miles (+5,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    78,296 miles
    Test number
    525524878822
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass72,470 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,470 miles
    Test number
    804636496565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail72,469 miles (+3,463)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,469 miles
    Test number
    620560095463
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass69,006 miles (+5,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    69,006 miles
    Test number
    471882685968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass63,223 miles (+8,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,223 miles
    Test number
    259608794073
    • 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))
  11. Pass54,572 miles (+5,534)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,572 miles
    Test number
    716663308538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,038 miles (+10,708)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,038 miles
    Test number
    296125230251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,330 miles (+171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    38,330 miles
    Test number
    132633219125
    • AdvisoryNearside rear trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  14. Fail38,159 miles (+9,410)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,159 miles
    Test number
    833634904907
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  15. Pass28,749 miles (+8,467)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    28,749 miles
    Test number
    339937705112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front tyre side wall
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass20,282 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    20,282 miles
    Test number
    936399414110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has damage to outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on the inner edge

Questions about L33 RLS

Does L33 RLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L33 RLS is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L33 RLS?
The MOT on L33 RLS is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L33 RLS done?
L33 RLS was recorded at 96,783 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 6,295 miles a year.
Has L33 RLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L33 RLS has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L33 RLS 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 L33 RLS find?
L33 RLS passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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