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Ford S-MAX

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LL08 VFHMOT history

LL08 VFH is a black petrol Ford S-MAX first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 65,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

LL08 VFH black 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 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
65,879 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 VFH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 VFH was last recorded at 65,879 miles on 15 May 2023, 3,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2018: 46,096 miles, lower than 46,885 miles on 30 May 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
62,823 miles · 1 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
3,056 miles
Average per year
4,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 65,879 miles
  • 2022 – 62,823 miles
  • 2021 – 59,479 miles
  • 2019 – 52,197 miles
  • 2018 – 46,096 miles
  • 2017 – 41,045 miles
  • 2016 – 35,337 miles
  • 2015 – 31,322 miles
  • 2014 – 28,495 miles
  • 2013 – 24,348 miles
  • 2012 – 19,144 miles
  • 2011 – 14,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    332348759657
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. PassMileage not read13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    357784179205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  3. FailMileage not read3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    222585465179
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  4. PassMileage not read8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    334744901324
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. FailMileage not read5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    206731950768
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass65,879 miles (+3,056)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    65,879 miles
    Test number
    372918831451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack feed (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass62,823 miles (+3,344)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    62,823 miles
    Test number
    837833939283
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass59,479 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    59,479 miles
    Test number
    310248319115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail59,479 miles (+169)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,479 miles
    Test number
    698195300946
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail59,310 miles (+7,113)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,310 miles
    Test number
    550843030156
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass52,197 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,197 miles
    Test number
    508612392965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,188 miles (+6,092)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,188 miles
    Test number
    404900969232
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel pipe (8.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass46,096 miles (-789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    46,096 miles
    Test number
    129251763543
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive around oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail46,885 miles (+5,840)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,885 miles
    Test number
    113111666897
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive around oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass41,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    41,045 miles
    Test number
    955878166663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,045 miles (+5,708)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,045 miles
    Test number
    174924845578
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass35,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,337 miles
    Test number
    198044919405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,337 miles (+4,015)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,337 miles
    Test number
    722163192908
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass31,322 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    31,322 miles
    Test number
    277189445434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,495 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    28,495 miles
    Test number
    708580054102
    • 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)

  21. Fail28,495 miles (+4,147)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,495 miles
    Test number
    365028944188
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  22. Pass24,348 miles (+5,204)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,348 miles
    Test number
    235471753144
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass19,144 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    19,144 miles
    Test number
    728734942167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,842 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    14,842 miles
    Test number
    857331951192
    • 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

Questions about LL08 VFH

Does LL08 VFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 VFH is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 VFH?
The MOT on LL08 VFH is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 VFH done?
LL08 VFH was recorded at 65,879 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2023, an average of 4,269 miles a year.
Has LL08 VFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 VFH has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LL08 VFH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL08 VFH find?
LL08 VFH passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 12 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front headlamp loose; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 9 more.

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