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Ford S-MAX

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,999 cc

LD56 ELJMOT history

LD56 ELJ is a grey diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 12 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 149,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LD56 ELJ grey 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 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
149,361 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 ELJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 ELJ was last recorded at 149,361 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 4,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,716 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,645 miles
Average per year
6,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,361 miles
  • 2024 – 144,716 miles
  • 2023 – 139,694 miles
  • 2022 – 133,459 miles
  • 2021 – 127,684 miles
  • 2020 – 121,614 miles
  • 2019 – 118,490 miles
  • 2018 – 114,847 miles
  • 2017 – 105,967 miles
  • 2016 – 96,728 miles
  • 2014 – 80,042 miles
  • 2013 – 69,916 miles
  • 2012 – 60,815 miles
  • 2011 – 50,940 miles
  • 2010 – 42,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,361 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear 1/4 panel damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,361 miles (+4,645)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    149,361 miles
    Test number
    922435203062
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass144,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    144,716 miles
    Test number
    398900930445
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail144,716 miles (+5,022)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,716 miles
    Test number
    190817099644
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass139,694 miles (+6,235)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    139,694 miles
    Test number
    488262760597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,459 miles (+5,775)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    133,459 miles
    Test number
    223370548211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,684 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,684 miles
    Test number
    168418995483
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 1/4 panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail127,682 miles (+6,068)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,682 miles
    Test number
    945193158535
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 1/4 panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass121,614 miles (+3,124)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    121,614 miles
    Test number
    118867067396
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  9. Pass118,490 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,490 miles
    Test number
    386763782754
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail118,488 miles (+3,641)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,488 miles
    Test number
    331831554212
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass114,847 miles (+8,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,847 miles
    Test number
    161682881614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body damage
  12. Pass105,967 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    372870946365
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bodywork damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking
  13. Fail105,967 miles (+9,239)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    377118248843
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bodywork damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking
  14. Pass96,728 miles (+16,686)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,728 miles
    Test number
    408126291629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,042 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,042 miles
    Test number
    358841154465
    • Repaired at testCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  16. Pass80,042 miles (+10,126)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    80,042 miles
    Test number
    499701954255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,916 miles (+9,101)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,916 miles
    Test number
    729556543246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,815 miles (+9,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,815 miles
    Test number
    996719442203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass50,940 miles (+8,900)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,940 miles
    Test number
    555713681104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,040 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,040 miles
    Test number
    832942070128
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD56 ELJ

Does LD56 ELJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 ELJ is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD56 ELJ?
The MOT on LD56 ELJ is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 ELJ done?
LD56 ELJ was recorded at 149,361 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 6,953 miles a year.
Has LD56 ELJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 ELJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LD56 ELJ 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 LD56 ELJ find?
LD56 ELJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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