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Ford S-MAX

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

LL57 BVUMOT history

LL57 BVU is a black diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 21 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2025 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2024.

LL57 BVU black Ford S-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2025
Mileage
132,882 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL57 BVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2025
Latest MOT test
25 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL57 BVU was last recorded at 132,882 miles on 25 May 2024, 10,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,364 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
10,518 miles
Average per year
8,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 132,882 miles
  • 2023 – 122,364 miles
  • 2022 – 115,243 miles
  • 2021 – 106,401 miles
  • 2020 – 102,690 miles
  • 2019 – 97,820 miles
  • 2018 – 88,672 miles
  • 2017 – 77,480 miles
  • 2016 – 60,825 miles
  • 2015 – 48,741 miles
  • 2013 – 37,420 miles
  • 2012 – 30,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,882 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides on arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (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

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,882 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    132,882 miles
    Test number
    409919224628
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides on arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,882 miles (+10,518)2 repaired3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,882 miles
    Test number
    487982656050
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides on arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,364 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    122,364 miles
    Test number
    656600750427
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPoor beam image to the nearside headlamp aim
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs lower mounting cups corroded

  4. Fail122,364 miles (+7,121)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,364 miles
    Test number
    332515071373
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPoor beam image to the nearside headlamp aim
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs lower mounting cups corroded

  5. Pass115,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    115,243 miles
    Test number
    196709058555
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail115,242 miles (+8,841)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,242 miles
    Test number
    485833306569
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/45x18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass106,401 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,401 miles
    Test number
    812164495826
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail106,399 miles (+3,709)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,399 miles
    Test number
    920214539353
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass102,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,690 miles
    Test number
    354670342332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,690 miles (+4,870)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,690 miles
    Test number
    228689634109
    • Repaired at testRear Inner Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass97,820 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,820 miles
    Test number
    378826569169
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail97,818 miles (+9,146)3 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,818 miles
    Test number
    979510304835
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass88,672 miles (+11,192)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,672 miles
    Test number
    726770253890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,480 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,480 miles
    Test number
    356209659322
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail77,480 miles (+16,655)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,480 miles
    Test number
    138354419192
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass60,825 miles (+12,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    60,825 miles
    Test number
    919034313863
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail48,741 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,741 miles
    Test number
    365797135037
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass48,741 miles (+11,321)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,741 miles
    Test number
    476557135032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,420 miles (+7,211)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,420 miles
    Test number
    257710153045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,209 miles
    Test number
    888764132081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL57 BVU

Does LL57 BVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL57 BVU expired on 24 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL57 BVU?
The MOT on LL57 BVU expired on 24 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL57 BVU done?
LL57 BVU was recorded at 132,882 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2024, an average of 8,343 miles a year.
Has LL57 BVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL57 BVU has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LL57 BVU 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 LL57 BVU find?
LL57 BVU passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2024 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 7 more.

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