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Ford S-MAX

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

L40 HOMMOT history

L40 HOM is a white diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 4 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 121,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2025.

L40 HOM white 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 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,357 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 HOM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 HOM was last recorded at 121,357 miles on 24 Dec 2025, 4,537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,820 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,537 miles
Average per year
8,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,357 miles
  • 2024 – 116,820 miles
  • 2022 – 107,295 miles
  • 2021 – 100,450 miles
  • 2020 – 91,795 miles
  • 2019 – 72,452 miles
  • 2018 – 59,107 miles
  • 2017 – 47,751 miles
  • 2016 – 38,758 miles
  • 2015 – 28,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,357 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Coolant Level Low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & Worn on Both Edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,357 miles (+4,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,357 miles
    Test number
    763358035785
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody underseal

  2. Pass116,820 miles (+5,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    116,820 miles
    Test number
    548653869633
    • AdvisoryUnderbody underseal

  3. Pass111,584 miles (+4,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,584 miles
    Test number
    401253717363
    • AdvisoryUnder side rusty

  4. Pass107,295 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,295 miles
    Test number
    964654817640
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade staring to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged seat belt starting to fray (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Fail107,295 miles (+6,845)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,295 miles
    Test number
    196271105549
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear brake pads worn to excess (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade staring to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged seat belt starting to fray (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass100,450 miles (+70)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,450 miles
    Test number
    367899235521
    • AdvisoryCoolant Level Low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & Worn on Both Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & Worn on Both Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail100,380 miles (+8,585)2 dangerous1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,380 miles
    Test number
    529053738901
    • DangerousBrake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Both Washer Jets (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant Level Low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & Worn on Both Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & Worn on Both Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass91,795 miles (+81)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,795 miles
    Test number
    705454514900
    • AdvisoryFront Washer Aim Poor
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail91,714 miles (+19,262)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,714 miles
    Test number
    162669417943
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Washer Aim Poor
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass72,452 miles (+13,345)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,452 miles
    Test number
    415372885821
    • AdvisoryDifferent compound tyres fitted to front & rear axles Front = V rated Xtra Load with rear = V rated Mud & Snow
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner Brake pads appear worn thin but view restricted so advise full check with road wheels removed to confirm wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNOTE: Manufacturer's displayed maximum smoke limit: 0.53m-1
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm mount bush de-bonded & dislodging/no longer centralised in arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (0.9mm usable tread) & outer shoulder wearing smooth/devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (1.4mm usable tread) & inner shoulder wearing smooth/devoid of tread SIZE: 215/60R16V (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect standard fitment occasional seats & passenger belts due to load in luggage area
    • AdvisoryVehicle wet at time of inspection

  11. Pass59,107 miles1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,107 miles
    Test number
    669215401460
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage/buckle intermittently not securing belt/not functioning as intended - further investigation req'd to confirm internal fault (rectify asap)
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail59,107 miles (+11,356)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,107 miles
    Test number
    569698238004
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage/buckle intermittently not securing belt/not functioning as intended - further investigation req'd to confirm internal fault (rectify asap)
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn smooth/devoid of tread on shoulder(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn smooth/devoid of tread on shoulder(s)

  13. Pass47,751 miles (+8,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    534854292945
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass38,758 miles (+10,267)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,758 miles
    Test number
    985097887159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,491 miles
    Test number
    178896455197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 HOM

Does L40 HOM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 HOM is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 HOM?
The MOT on L40 HOM is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 HOM done?
L40 HOM was recorded at 121,357 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2025, an average of 8,799 miles a year.
Has L40 HOM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 HOM has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L40 HOM 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 HOM find?
L40 HOM passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; underbody underseal.

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