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Ford S-MAX

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,997 cc

LB56 HNMMOT history

LB56 HNM is a grey diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 14 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 206,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2024
Mileage
206,591 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 HNM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 HNM was last recorded at 206,591 miles on 5 Jan 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,591 miles · 3 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 206,591 miles
  • 2021 – 199,556 miles
  • 2020 – 196,065 miles
  • 2019 – 192,816 miles
  • 2018 – 182,693 miles
  • 2017 – 164,722 miles
  • 2016 – 148,670 miles
  • 2015 – 128,405 miles
  • 2014 – 112,605 miles
  • 2013 – 98,106 miles
  • 2012 – 91,746 miles
  • 2011 – 75,974 miles
  • 2010 – 64,654 miles
  • 2009 – 50,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm forward bush o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn forward trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn forward trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    721606107277
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm forward bush o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass206,591 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    206,591 miles
    Test number
    596450320808
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn forward trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn forward trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s & n/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail206,591 miles (+7,035)1 dangerous6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,591 miles
    Test number
    144681689766
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire around fuel tank (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s inner face's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn forward trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn forward trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat sheild insecure

  4. Pass199,556 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    199,556 miles
    Test number
    643065858702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail199,556 miles (+3,491)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,556 miles
    Test number
    874392203772
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass196,065 miles (+3,249)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    196,065 miles
    Test number
    818222578023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass192,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    192,816 miles
    Test number
    795275157282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail192,816 miles (+10,123)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,816 miles
    Test number
    354429503445
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass182,693 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    182,693 miles
    Test number
    438229351694
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat sheild insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner side light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 trailing arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail182,693 miles (+17,971)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,693 miles
    Test number
    212508394066
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat sheild insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner side light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 trailing arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass164,722 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    164,722 miles
    Test number
    529493318334
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edge's

  12. Fail164,722 miles (+16,052)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,722 miles
    Test number
    889201496342
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edge's

  13. Pass148,670 miles (+20,265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    148,670 miles
    Test number
    595433512470
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryDamaged windscreen

  14. Pass128,405 miles (+15,800)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    128,405 miles
    Test number
    699125825168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass112,605 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    112,605 miles
    Test number
    648872124121
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail112,605 miles (+14,499)3 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,605 miles
    Test number
    535372324114
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear inner (tailgate) side lamp not working

  17. Pass98,106 miles (+6,360)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    98,106 miles
    Test number
    706040223194
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteAdvise offside rear door damaged

  18. Pass91,746 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    91,746 miles
    Test number
    427971902438
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail91,746 miles (+15,772)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,746 miles
    Test number
    939801502380
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass75,974 miles (+11,320)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,974 miles
    Test number
    336218491476
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHandbrake lever button incomplete

  21. Pass64,654 miles (+14,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,654 miles
    Test number
    751451500376
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass50,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,538 miles
    Test number
    740158579255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 HNM

Does LB56 HNM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 HNM expired on 4 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 HNM?
The MOT on LB56 HNM expired on 4 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 HNM done?
LB56 HNM was recorded at 206,591 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2023, an average of 11,777 miles a year.
Has LB56 HNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 HNM has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 HNM 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 LB56 HNM find?
LB56 HNM failed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam; nearside rear suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened, and 12 more.

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