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Ford S-MAX

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

LR08 VLVMOT history

LR08 VLV is a black diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 9 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 160,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

LR08 VLV 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 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
160,291 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VLV
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
9 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VLV was last recorded at 160,291 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 2,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,941 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,350 miles
Average per year
8,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,291 miles
  • 2024 – 157,941 miles
  • 2023 – 156,237 miles
  • 2022 – 152,521 miles
  • 2021 – 147,069 miles
  • 2020 – 143,168 miles
  • 2019 – 141,049 miles
  • 2018 – 135,484 miles
  • 2017 – 125,251 miles
  • 2016 – 111,714 miles
  • 2015 – 99,526 miles
  • 2014 – 86,039 miles
  • 2013 – 66,317 miles
  • 2012 – 51,439 miles
  • 2011 – 35,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,291 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySub-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.

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,291 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    160,291 miles
    Test number
    642010837364
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail160,291 miles (+2,350)1 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,291 miles
    Test number
    216627170288
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass157,941 miles (+1,704)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    157,941 miles
    Test number
    386654534460
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass156,237 miles (+3,716)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    156,237 miles
    Test number
    554763746209
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass152,521 miles (+7)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,521 miles
    Test number
    887215408342
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip stone out of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outer sill under vehicle

  6. Fail152,514 miles (+5,445)2 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,514 miles
    Test number
    626001090695
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust Major Leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip stone out of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outer sill under vehicle

  7. Pass147,069 miles (+65)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    147,069 miles
    Test number
    251835099097
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at many places under vehicle

  8. Fail147,004 miles (+3,836)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,004 miles
    Test number
    942071862384
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at many places under vehicle

  9. Pass143,168 miles (+2,119)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    143,168 miles
    Test number
    753687152642
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass141,049 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    141,049 miles
    Test number
    953827068055
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail141,008 miles (+5,524)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,008 miles
    Test number
    288240051154
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended 2nd row (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass135,484 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    135,484 miles
    Test number
    137781130599
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail135,431 miles (+10,180)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,431 miles
    Test number
    280917547106
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass125,251 miles (+39)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    125,251 miles
    Test number
    819314229892
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slightly debonding. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides. (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  15. Fail125,212 miles (+13,498)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,212 miles
    Test number
    880690477850
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slightly debonding. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides. (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  16. Pass111,714 miles (+12,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,714 miles
    Test number
    327772219970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass99,526 miles (+13,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,526 miles
    Test number
    589670785148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass86,039 miles (+19,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,039 miles
    Test number
    339249064103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass66,317 miles (+14,878)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,317 miles
    Test number
    316547073192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass51,439 miles (+16,249)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,439 miles
    Test number
    398567282145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,190 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,190 miles
    Test number
    457986781133
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass35,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,190 miles
    Test number
    489096081135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VLV

Does LR08 VLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 VLV is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VLV?
The MOT on LR08 VLV is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 VLV done?
LR08 VLV was recorded at 160,291 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 8,665 miles a year.
Has LR08 VLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VLV has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 VLV 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 LR08 VLV find?
LR08 VLV passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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