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Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,179 cc

LR09 VXZMOT history

LR09 VXZ is a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 238,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LR09 VXZ 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 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
238,341 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 VXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 VXZ was last recorded at 238,341 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2017: 102,667 miles, lower than 161,051 miles on 25 Feb 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
238,337 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
13,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 238,341 miles
  • 2025 – 237,167 miles
  • 2024 – 231,880 miles
  • 2023 – 227,326 miles
  • 2022 – 224,205 miles
  • 2021 – 221,397 miles
  • 2020 – 217,879 miles
  • 2019 – 208,999 miles
  • 2018 – 198,471 miles
  • 2017 – 102,667 miles
  • 2016 – 161,051 miles
  • 2015 – 143,488 miles
  • 2014 – 123,402 miles
  • 2013 – 89,172 miles
  • 2012 – 69,320 miles
  • 2009 – 3,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,341 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe corroded but not weakened (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,341 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    238,341 miles
    Test number
    493187291675
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe corroded but not weakened (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail238,337 miles (+1,170)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,337 miles
    Test number
    286730759300
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe corroded but not weakened (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass237,167 miles (+5,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    237,167 miles
    Test number
    379927740484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass231,880 miles (+4,554)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    231,880 miles
    Test number
    990168994373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass227,326 miles (+3,121)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    227,326 miles
    Test number
    887091312542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass224,205 miles (+2,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    224,205 miles
    Test number
    740342804288
    • 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))
  7. Pass221,397 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    221,397 miles
    Test number
    287168968580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass217,879 miles (+8,880)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    217,879 miles
    Test number
    351799013756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass208,999 miles (+10,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    208,999 miles
    Test number
    226583786661
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass198,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    198,471 miles
    Test number
    381260603272
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Fail198,471 miles (+351)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,471 miles
    Test number
    479906001015
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre outer edge wearing thin
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose
  12. Fail198,120 miles (+95,453)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,120 miles
    Test number
    562889256414
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/sill covers fitted covering testable items
  13. Pass102,667 miles (-58,384)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,667 miles
    Test number
    546138101931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass161,051 miles (+17,563)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    161,051 miles
    Test number
    721682025135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass143,488 miles (+20,086)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    143,488 miles
    Test number
    968402165054
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner and outer edges
  16. Pass123,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    123,402 miles
    Test number
    917949264090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail123,402 miles (+34,230)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,402 miles
    Test number
    618629264035
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass89,172 miles (+19,852)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,172 miles
    Test number
    189467873074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,320 miles (+65,513)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,320 miles
    Test number
    678511882086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass3,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    3,807 miles
    Test number
    692205259189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 VXZ

Does LR09 VXZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 VXZ is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 VXZ?
The MOT on LR09 VXZ is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 VXZ done?
LR09 VXZ was recorded at 238,341 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 13,943 miles a year.
Has LR09 VXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 VXZ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 VXZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR09 VXZ find?
LR09 VXZ passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear lower subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe corroded but not weakened.

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