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Ford S-MAX

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,997 cc

LB56 WTZMOT history

LB56 WTZ is a blue diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 7 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 185,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 May 2023
Mileage
185,895 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 WTZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2023
Latest MOT test
18 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 WTZ was last recorded at 185,895 miles on 18 May 2022, 15,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,831 miles · 14 May 2021
Between the last two tests
15,064 miles
Average per year
9,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 185,895 miles
  • 2021 – 170,831 miles
  • 2019 – 162,680 miles
  • 2018 – 148,289 miles
  • 2017 – 138,454 miles
  • 2016 – 129,995 miles
  • 2015 – 118,715 miles
  • 2014 – 109,328 miles
  • 2013 – 100,496 miles
  • 2012 – 92,586 miles
  • 2011 – 86,328 miles
  • 2010 – 86,310 miles
  • 2009 – 64,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,895 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All brake discs are rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both side rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside front brake pads worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,895 miles (+15,064)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    185,895 miles
    Test number
    512921184465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass170,831 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    170,831 miles
    Test number
    756713433902
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs are rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pads worn
  3. FailMileage not read7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    165539105740
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs are rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pads worn
  4. Pass162,680 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    162,680 miles
    Test number
    374812280559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail162,653 miles (+14,364)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,653 miles
    Test number
    639093410636
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass148,289 miles (+9,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    148,289 miles
    Test number
    202533634701
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  7. Pass138,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    138,454 miles
    Test number
    971037357383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,454 miles (+8,459)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,454 miles
    Test number
    551415052163
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  9. Pass129,995 miles (+11,280)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    129,995 miles
    Test number
    554135095328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and close to limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and close to limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass118,715 miles (+9,387)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    118,715 miles
    Test number
    577760395184
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass109,328 miles (+8,832)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,328 miles
    Test number
    316633984160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass100,496 miles (+7,910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,496 miles
    Test number
    725603383168
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass92,586 miles (+6,258)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    92,586 miles
    Test number
    145357072149
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll discs worn
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking on inner wall
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing
  14. Pass86,328 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    86,328 miles
    Test number
    669045091198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Pass86,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    452615650442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,310 miles (+21,632)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    450551350479
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail64,678 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,678 miles
    Test number
    411523229490
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  18. Pass64,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,678 miles
    Test number
    992403629343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 WTZ

Does LB56 WTZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 WTZ expired on 17 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 WTZ?
The MOT on LB56 WTZ expired on 17 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 WTZ done?
LB56 WTZ was recorded at 185,895 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2022, an average of 9,703 miles a year.
Has LB56 WTZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 WTZ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2021.
Has the mileage on LB56 WTZ 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 WTZ find?
LB56 WTZ passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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