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Ford S-MAX

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,997 cc

LM10 VPLMOT history

LM10 VPL is a black petrol Ford S-MAX first used on 29 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 82,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

LM10 VPL 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 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
82,533 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 VPL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 VPL was last recorded at 82,533 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 3,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,017 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,516 miles
Average per year
3,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,533 miles
  • 2025 – 79,017 miles
  • 2024 – 75,060 miles
  • 2023 – 72,445 miles
  • 2022 – 69,133 miles
  • 2021 – 65,925 miles
  • 2019 – 61,992 miles
  • 2018 – 58,666 miles
  • 2017 – 55,348 miles
  • 2016 – 51,634 miles
  • 2015 – 47,106 miles
  • 2014 – 41,190 miles
  • 2013 – 34,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,533 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Some washer jets blocked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,533 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    82,533 miles
    Test number
    119345983438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail82,533 miles (+3,516)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,533 miles
    Test number
    764697892446
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,017 miles (+3,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,017 miles
    Test number
    254452604367
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass75,060 miles (+2,615)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,060 miles
    Test number
    852525727652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,445 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    72,445 miles
    Test number
    663615659948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,209 miles (+3,076)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,209 miles
    Test number
    525175050914
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass69,133 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,133 miles
    Test number
    555666048487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail69,124 miles (+3,199)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,124 miles
    Test number
    955776269732
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and below limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and below limits (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass65,925 miles (+3,933)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    65,925 miles
    Test number
    941972538781
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass61,992 miles (+3,326)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,992 miles
    Test number
    189570120702
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySome washer jets blocked

  11. Pass58,666 miles (+3,318)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    58,666 miles
    Test number
    286005275498
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySome washer jets blocked

  12. Pass55,348 miles (+3,714)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,348 miles
    Test number
    604056108161
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • AdvisorySome washer jets blocked

  13. Pass51,634 miles (+4,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,634 miles
    Test number
    252285457231
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass47,106 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,106 miles
    Test number
    219419365107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSome washer jets blocked

  15. Fail47,106 miles (+5,916)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,106 miles
    Test number
    946769365182
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSome washer jets blocked

  16. Pass41,190 miles (+6,472)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,190 miles
    Test number
    257797474196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass34,718 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,718 miles
    Test number
    208636753420
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect rear road springs.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM10 VPL

Does LM10 VPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 VPL is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 VPL?
The MOT on LM10 VPL is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 VPL done?
LM10 VPL was recorded at 82,533 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 3,779 miles a year.
Has LM10 VPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 VPL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM10 VPL 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 LM10 VPL find?
LM10 VPL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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