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Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,997 cc

LS56 MSOMOT history

LS56 MSO is a black diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 27 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2023 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 170,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2022.

LS56 MSO black Ford S-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2023
Mileage
170,139 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 MSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 MSO was last recorded at 170,139 miles on 26 Apr 2022, 335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,804 miles · 8 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
335 miles
Average per year
9,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 170,139 miles
  • 2021 – 169,804 miles
  • 2020 – 166,208 miles
  • 2019 – 153,387 miles
  • 2018 – 132,911 miles
  • 2017 – 123,454 miles
  • 2016 – 112,484 miles
  • 2015 – 106,437 miles
  • 2014 – 100,690 miles
  • 2013 – 91,904 miles
  • 2012 – 83,336 miles
  • 2011 – 72,642 miles
  • 2009 – 51,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,139 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,139 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    170,139 miles
    Test number
    782513906135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail170,126 miles (+322)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,126 miles
    Test number
    408907084202
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail169,804 miles (+3,596)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,804 miles
    Test number
    618656689445
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended SEAT BELT STALK (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Possible bulb incorrectly fitted. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened lower suspension arm (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower suspension arm (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt stalk casing missing but still functioning as intended
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass166,208 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    166,208 miles
    Test number
    520467226541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail166,183 miles (+12,796)3 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,183 miles
    Test number
    200479834393
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power streering bottle area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  6. Pass153,387 miles (+20,476)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    153,387 miles
    Test number
    349972655004
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCan't check rear seat belts (obstruction)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass132,911 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    132,911 miles
    Test number
    363229983681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,811 miles (+9,357)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,811 miles
    Test number
    427797956824
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer part of tread cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre sidewalls deteriorated
  9. Pass123,454 miles (+10,970)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    123,454 miles
    Test number
    274847322052
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of arm (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass112,484 miles (+6,047)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,484 miles
    Test number
    383094325173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,437 miles (+5,747)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    106,437 miles
    Test number
    345719645095
    • NoteHigh level brake lamp not working
  12. Pass100,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,690 miles
    Test number
    107301374455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail100,690 miles (+8,786)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,690 miles
    Test number
    589491174035
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
  14. Pass91,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    91,904 miles
    Test number
    178044703075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail91,904 miles (+8,568)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,904 miles
    Test number
    295523403056
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass83,336 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    83,336 miles
    Test number
    745530012076
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Fail83,336 miles (+10,694)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,336 miles
    Test number
    318986002023
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Fail72,642 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,642 miles
    Test number
    456455401080
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass72,642 miles (+21,208)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,642 miles
    Test number
    489325701061
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass51,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    51,434 miles
    Test number
    483641939470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 MSO

Does LS56 MSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 MSO expired on 25 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 MSO?
The MOT on LS56 MSO expired on 25 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 MSO done?
LS56 MSO was recorded at 170,139 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2022, an average of 9,565 miles a year.
Has LS56 MSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 MSO has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS56 MSO 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 LS56 MSO find?
LS56 MSO passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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