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Ford S-MAX

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

LL08 RRUMOT history

LL08 RRU is a grey diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 22 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 160,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LL08 RRU 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 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
160,899 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 RRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 RRU was last recorded at 160,899 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,893 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,899 miles
  • 2025 – 151,641 miles
  • 2024 – 140,846 miles
  • 2021 – 129,558 miles
  • 2020 – 119,753 miles
  • 2019 – 107,093 miles
  • 2018 – 96,284 miles
  • 2017 – 84,741 miles
  • 2016 – 72,460 miles
  • 2015 – 60,742 miles
  • 2014 – 50,405 miles
  • 2013 – 44,045 miles
  • 2012 – 36,381 miles
  • 2011 – 29,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,899 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward outer arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Coil spring corroded Rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear control arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Wipers poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,899 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    160,899 miles
    Test number
    832370826386
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward outer arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure

  2. Fail160,893 miles (+9,252)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,893 miles
    Test number
    902962813677
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened transverse spring support arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2 nails in tread and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward outer arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure

  3. Pass151,641 miles (+10,795)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    151,641 miles
    Test number
    705535260478
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake disc in poor condition on inner surface
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  4. Pass140,846 miles (+11,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    140,846 miles
    Test number
    347368264926
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  5. Pass129,558 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,558 miles
    Test number
    696589961180
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear control arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  6. Fail129,558 miles (+9,805)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,558 miles
    Test number
    550200160197
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Middle section major leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop light on when side lights on (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear control arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  7. Pass119,753 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    119,753 miles
    Test number
    435880578932
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail119,752 miles (+12,659)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,752 miles
    Test number
    482027123036
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/18. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted Both rear. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass107,093 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,093 miles
    Test number
    779028233359
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail107,093 miles (+10,809)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,093 miles
    Test number
    365808431699
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction items hanging from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush / not attached to arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush / not attached to arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass96,284 miles (+11,543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,284 miles
    Test number
    443561762437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass84,741 miles (+12,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,741 miles
    Test number
    421781593118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass72,460 miles (+11,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,460 miles
    Test number
    416161958579
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not checked child seat fitted

  14. Pass60,742 miles (+10,337)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,742 miles
    Test number
    849115425140
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass50,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,405 miles
    Test number
    218839024494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail50,405 miles (+6,360)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,405 miles
    Test number
    126799024172
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass44,045 miles (+7,664)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,045 miles
    Test number
    179703033153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,381 miles (+6,691)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,381 miles
    Test number
    949035832128
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass29,690 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,690 miles
    Test number
    727267131189
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LL08 RRU

Does LL08 RRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 RRU is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 RRU?
The MOT on LL08 RRU is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 RRU done?
LL08 RRU was recorded at 160,899 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 8,777 miles a year.
Has LL08 RRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 RRU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 RRU 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 LL08 RRU find?
LL08 RRU passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward outer arm forward bush, and 2 more.

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