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Ford C-MAX

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

L40 DMOMOT history

L40 DMO is a silver diesel Ford C-MAX first used on 24 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 153,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

L40 DMO silver Ford C-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford C-Max, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
153,516 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 DMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
C-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 DMO was last recorded at 153,516 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,516 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,516 miles
  • 2025 – 147,537 miles
  • 2024 – 141,138 miles
  • 2023 – 132,665 miles
  • 2022 – 118,524 miles
  • 2021 – 113,814 miles
  • 2020 – 107,689 miles
  • 2019 – 95,277 miles
  • 2018 – 81,727 miles
  • 2017 – 67,887 miles
  • 2016 – 48,873 miles
  • 2015 – 30,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,516 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Wiper blade defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    153,516 miles
    Test number
    738020960780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail153,516 miles (+5,979)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,516 miles
    Test number
    491916683506
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass147,537 miles (+6,399)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    147,537 miles
    Test number
    255899132545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,138 miles (+19)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    141,138 miles
    Test number
    391307522839
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade defective

  5. Fail141,119 miles (+8,454)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,119 miles
    Test number
    873185255376
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade defective

  6. Pass132,665 miles (+14,141)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    132,665 miles
    Test number
    152439351043
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade defective

  7. Pass118,524 miles (+4,710)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    118,524 miles
    Test number
    170064408592
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,814 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,814 miles
    Test number
    113535570662
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Fail113,814 miles (+6,125)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,814 miles
    Test number
    924675150670
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass107,689 miles (+12,412)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,689 miles
    Test number
    412436125202
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass95,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    95,277 miles
    Test number
    835778868538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,277 miles (+13,550)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,277 miles
    Test number
    365964125632
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass81,727 miles (+13,840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,727 miles
    Test number
    334830219782
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  14. Pass67,887 miles (+19,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,887 miles
    Test number
    478277934164
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring underside components

  15. Pass48,873 miles (+18,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,873 miles
    Test number
    597657577424
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass30,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    30,719 miles
    Test number
    515624815009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 DMO

Does L40 DMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 DMO is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 DMO?
The MOT on L40 DMO is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 DMO done?
L40 DMO was recorded at 153,516 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 10,764 miles a year.
Has L40 DMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 DMO has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 DMO 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 L40 DMO find?
L40 DMO passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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