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Ford S-MAX

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

LM57 PLZMOT history

LM57 PLZ is a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 21 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 194,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2024.

LM57 PLZ silver Ford S-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford S-Max, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2025
Mileage
194,105 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM57 PLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM57 PLZ was last recorded at 194,105 miles on 19 Feb 2024, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,068 miles · 13 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
11,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 194,105 miles
  • 2023 – 185,195 miles
  • 2022 – 176,316 miles
  • 2021 – 167,419 miles
  • 2020 – 160,759 miles
  • 2019 – 151,361 miles
  • 2018 – 141,467 miles
  • 2017 – 134,247 miles
  • 2016 – 129,621 miles
  • 2015 – 112,993 miles
  • 2014 – 99,268 miles
  • 2013 – 84,769 miles
  • 2012 – 70,121 miles
  • 2010 – 49,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,105 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,105 miles (+37)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    194,105 miles
    Test number
    300371795384
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail194,068 miles (+8,873)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,068 miles
    Test number
    397863415002
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass185,195 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    185,195 miles
    Test number
    708499779088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre in the inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail185,195 miles (+8,879)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,195 miles
    Test number
    457704772410
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre in the inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass176,316 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    176,316 miles
    Test number
    343226075743
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Fail176,316 miles (+8,897)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,316 miles
    Test number
    445580721075
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Pass167,419 miles (+6,660)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    167,419 miles
    Test number
    314396946861
    • 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
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  8. Pass160,759 miles (+117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    160,759 miles
    Test number
    280705203799
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  9. Fail160,642 miles (+9,281)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,642 miles
    Test number
    738538099545
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  10. Pass151,361 miles (+9,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    151,361 miles
    Test number
    131283610308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass141,467 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    141,467 miles
    Test number
    113522762009
    • AdvisoryFront tyres out of shape on inner edges

  12. Fail141,451 miles (+7,204)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,451 miles
    Test number
    273823150627
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/60 16 99V (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/60 16 99V (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/60 16 99V (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/60 16 99V (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass134,247 miles (+4,626)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    134,247 miles
    Test number
    137363304127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass129,621 miles (+16,628)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    129,621 miles
    Test number
    528593428314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play found in rack ends
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass112,993 miles (+13,725)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    112,993 miles
    Test number
    696716405006
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear heat shield loose

  16. Pass99,268 miles (+14,499)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,268 miles
    Test number
    666803714027
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass84,769 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    84,769 miles
    Test number
    429529713037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail84,768 miles (+14,647)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,768 miles
    Test number
    309368013032
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass70,121 miles (+20,583)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,121 miles
    Test number
    708479202098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil level low

  20. Pass49,538 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,538 miles
    Test number
    873834460335
    • NoteEngine oil level is low
    • NoteExhaust heat shield damaged/insecure.

Questions about LM57 PLZ

Does LM57 PLZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM57 PLZ expired on 18 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM57 PLZ?
The MOT on LM57 PLZ expired on 18 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM57 PLZ done?
LM57 PLZ was recorded at 194,105 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2024, an average of 11,003 miles a year.
Has LM57 PLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM57 PLZ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LM57 PLZ 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 LM57 PLZ find?
LM57 PLZ passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2024 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55r16, and 1 more.

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