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Ford C-MAX

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

LB57 VJLMOT history

LB57 VJL is a blue diesel Ford C-MAX first used on 16 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2024 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2024
Mileage
155,609 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
C-MAX
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 VJL was last recorded at 155,609 miles on 16 Dec 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,609 miles · 14 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,609 miles
  • 2022 – 144,522 miles
  • 2021 – 135,409 miles
  • 2020 – 129,175 miles
  • 2019 – 121,773 miles
  • 2018 – 112,501 miles
  • 2017 – 111,268 miles
  • 2016 – 102,836 miles
  • 2015 – 94,098 miles
  • 2014 – 85,859 miles
  • 2012 – 74,869 miles
  • 2011 – 57,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,609 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,609 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    155,609 miles
    Test number
    324421187529
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail155,609 miles (+6)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,609 miles
    Test number
    499078442818
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Rear exhaust hangers broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail155,603 miles (+181)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,603 miles
    Test number
    225979005308
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drive shaft gaiter split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure exhaust mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff-side and near-side front brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryVehicle has plastic cover sills fitted, unable to inspect this area properly

  4. Fail155,422 miles (+10,900)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,422 miles
    Test number
    290365811818
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible De-laminated (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Inner cv boot pouring liquid grease. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible De-laminated (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLarge amount of air visible in fuel lines, possible small leak somewhere in fuel system.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,522 miles (+9,113)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    144,522 miles
    Test number
    304613886278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass135,409 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,409 miles
    Test number
    745240781903
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f mirror damaged

  7. Fail135,409 miles (+6,234)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,409 miles
    Test number
    819815408031
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f mirror damaged

  8. Pass129,175 miles (+7,402)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    129,175 miles
    Test number
    408809288519
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass121,773 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,773 miles
    Test number
    916664498139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront lower wishbone rear bushes breaking up and slight play
    • AdvisoryNumber plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing low

  10. Fail121,773 miles (+9,272)4 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,773 miles
    Test number
    605673968475
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront lower wishbone rear bushes breaking up and slight play
    • AdvisoryNumber plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing low

  11. Pass112,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,501 miles
    Test number
    873991142352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,501 miles (+1,233)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,501 miles
    Test number
    599147923045
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass111,268 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,268 miles
    Test number
    189295605243
    • AdvisoryFront front discs rusty on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear
    • AdvisoryNumber plate light dim

  14. Fail111,268 miles (+8,432)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,268 miles
    Test number
    741606456773
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront front discs rusty on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear
    • AdvisoryNumber plate light dim

  15. Pass102,836 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    102,836 miles
    Test number
    354035426626
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to rear

  16. Fail102,836 miles (+8,738)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,836 miles
    Test number
    942524184373
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to rear

  17. Pass94,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    94,098 miles
    Test number
    389840195030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail94,098 miles (+8,239)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,098 miles
    Test number
    645180395032
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass85,859 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,859 miles
    Test number
    105123494463
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail85,859 miles (+10,990)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,859 miles
    Test number
    665513694038
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass74,869 miles (+9,774)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    74,869 miles
    Test number
    466426652315
    • NoteSmoke Emissions to LOW to record

  22. Pass65,095 miles (+84)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,095 miles
    Test number
    347707402035
    • NoteSmoke emissions to LOW to record

  23. Fail65,011 miles (+7,215)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,011 miles
    Test number
    377565802005
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSmoke emissions to LOW to record

  24. Pass57,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    57,796 miles
    Test number
    545453011028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 VJL

Does LB57 VJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 VJL expired on 15 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VJL?
The MOT on LB57 VJL expired on 15 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 VJL done?
LB57 VJL was recorded at 155,609 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2023, an average of 7,569 miles a year.
Has LB57 VJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VJL has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 VJL 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 LB57 VJL find?
LB57 VJL passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; clutch pedal rubber missing; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside, and 1 more.

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