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Ford S-MAX

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,753 cc

LB56 VTCMOT history

LB56 VTC is a blue diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 8 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 81,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2023
Mileage
81,664 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2022
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VTC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
8 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VTC was last recorded at 81,664 miles on 13 Jul 2022, 10,784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,880 miles · 3 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
10,784 miles
Average per year
5,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,664 miles
  • 2021 – 70,880 miles
  • 2019 – 66,845 miles
  • 2018 – 61,871 miles
  • 2017 – 61,108 miles
  • 2016 – 54,769 miles
  • 2015 – 48,385 miles
  • 2014 – 42,003 miles
  • 2013 – 36,010 miles
  • 2011 – 30,017 miles
  • 2010 – 22,974 miles
  • 2009 – 16,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,664 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.

  • Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,664 miles (+10,784)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    81,664 miles
    Test number
    835308290376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,880 miles (+4,035)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    70,880 miles
    Test number
    177634416386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass66,845 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,845 miles
    Test number
    896906809609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,871 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    61,871 miles
    Test number
    317026896077
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  5. Fail61,871 miles (+763)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,871 miles
    Test number
    184460596692
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  6. Pass61,108 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    61,108 miles
    Test number
    231232123135
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

  7. Fail61,108 miles (+179)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,108 miles
    Test number
    467412227573
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

  8. Pass60,929 miles (+6,160)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,929 miles
    Test number
    957742784711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,769 miles (+6,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    54,769 miles
    Test number
    287807748069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass48,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,385 miles
    Test number
    197752105478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,385 miles (+6,382)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,385 miles
    Test number
    628012105016
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass42,003 miles (+5,993)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    42,003 miles
    Test number
    985426404017
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  13. Pass36,010 miles (+5,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,010 miles
    Test number
    148257103456
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass30,017 miles (+7,043)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,017 miles
    Test number
    747103161334
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass22,974 miles (+6,401)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,974 miles
    Test number
    392347140313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    16,573 miles
    Test number
    622767959357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 VTC

Does LB56 VTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 VTC expired on 2 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VTC?
The MOT on LB56 VTC expired on 2 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 VTC done?
LB56 VTC was recorded at 81,664 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2022, an average of 5,185 miles a year.
Has LB56 VTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VTC has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on LB56 VTC 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 VTC find?
LB56 VTC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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