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Ford S-MAX

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,997 cc

LP61 LJCMOT history

LP61 LJC is a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 27 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 235,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LP61 LJC silver 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 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
235,852 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
15,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 LJC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 LJC was last recorded at 235,852 miles on 20 May 2026, 15,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
220,275 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,577 miles
Average per year
15,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,852 miles
  • 2025 – 220,275 miles
  • 2024 – 204,879 miles
  • 2023 – 189,171 miles
  • 2022 – 172,398 miles
  • 2021 – 157,084 miles
  • 2020 – 141,516 miles
  • 2018 – 139,296 miles
  • 2017 – 99,557 miles
  • 2016 – 81,043 miles
  • 2015 – 59,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,852 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60r16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60r16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,852 miles (+15,577)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    235,852 miles
    Test number
    331593993838
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass220,275 miles (+15,396)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    220,275 miles
    Test number
    859088848002
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn smooth 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn smooth tread depth just over 1.6mm 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass204,879 miles (+15,708)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    204,879 miles
    Test number
    732766170380
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass189,171 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    189,171 miles
    Test number
    598661055351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail189,171 miles (+16,773)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,171 miles
    Test number
    844649605750
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass172,398 miles (+15,314)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    172,398 miles
    Test number
    668389186171
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass157,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    157,084 miles
    Test number
    713767146121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail157,084 miles (+15,568)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,084 miles
    Test number
    617110172572
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  9. Pass141,516 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    141,516 miles
    Test number
    153486011467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,296 miles (+18,906)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    139,296 miles
    Test number
    808959974605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,390 miles (+20,833)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    120,390 miles
    Test number
    750617002824
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Pass99,557 miles (+18,514)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,557 miles
    Test number
    647957904887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,043 miles (+21,493)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    633126296046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,550 miles
    Test number
    225254215013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 LJC

Does LP61 LJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 LJC is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 LJC?
The MOT on LP61 LJC is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 LJC done?
LP61 LJC was recorded at 235,852 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 15,539 miles a year.
Has LP61 LJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 LJC has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LP61 LJC 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 LP61 LJC find?
LP61 LJC passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60r16; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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