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Ford S-MAX

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,997 cc

LS59 KOWMOT history

LS59 KOW is a black diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 29 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 168,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

LS59 KOW 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 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
168,134 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 KOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 KOW was last recorded at 168,134 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 2,812 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,322 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,812 miles
Average per year
9,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,134 miles
  • 2024 – 165,322 miles
  • 2023 – 159,652 miles
  • 2022 – 155,120 miles
  • 2021 – 151,030 miles
  • 2020 – 147,043 miles
  • 2019 – 142,950 miles
  • 2018 – 136,706 miles
  • 2017 – 130,412 miles
  • 2016 – 123,864 miles
  • 2015 – 116,291 miles
  • 2014 – 92,446 miles
  • 2013 – 65,115 miles
  • 2012 – 42,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,134 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFlat spot damage to n/s/r wheel rim
  • AdvisoryRear suspension trailing arm bushes breaking up

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Crack in front windscreen outside of swept zone

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front tyres wearing low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Number plates deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,134 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    168,134 miles
    Test number
    596251560979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFlat spot damage to n/s/r wheel rim
    • AdvisoryRear suspension trailing arm bushes breaking up

  2. Fail168,133 miles (+2,811)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,133 miles
    Test number
    670784712163
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFlat spot damage to n/s/r wheel rim
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryRear suspension trailing arm bushes breaking up

  3. Pass165,322 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    165,322 miles
    Test number
    278085625562
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Fail165,319 miles (+5,667)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,319 miles
    Test number
    824741512769
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  5. Pass159,652 miles (+4,532)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    159,652 miles
    Test number
    411393381485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,120 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    155,120 miles
    Test number
    215712808703
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCrack in front windscreen outside of swept zone
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low

  7. Fail155,120 miles (+4,090)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,120 miles
    Test number
    287237872901
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCrack in front windscreen outside of swept zone
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low

  8. Pass151,030 miles (+3,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    151,030 miles
    Test number
    477085457892
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass147,043 miles (+4,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    147,043 miles
    Test number
    946135012056
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNumber plates deteriorating

  10. Pass142,950 miles (+6,244)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,950 miles
    Test number
    274981426658
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass136,706 miles (+6,294)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    136,706 miles
    Test number
    911612673664
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNumber plates deteriorating

  12. Pass130,412 miles (+6,548)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    130,412 miles
    Test number
    424958913405
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAdvice tracking check
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres close to limit 1.7mm

  13. Pass123,864 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    123,864 miles
    Test number
    458817582044
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished and wearing low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear most seats stowed away under floor

  14. Fail123,864 miles (+7,573)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,864 miles
    Test number
    154732117269
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished and wearing low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear most seats stowed away under floor

  15. Pass116,291 miles (+23,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    116,291 miles
    Test number
    255830651726
    • Advisory3 child seats fitted to rear adult seatbelts
    • AdvisoryO/s/f top engine mount breaking up

  16. Pass92,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,446 miles
    Test number
    306936184408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,446 miles (+27,331)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,446 miles
    Test number
    537516784277
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  18. Pass65,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    65,115 miles
    Test number
    889244893254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,115 miles (+22,911)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,115 miles
    Test number
    939454093228
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass42,204 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,204 miles
    Test number
    476237392267
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear row of seats folded at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail42,204 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,204 miles
    Test number
    606387492256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear row of seats folded at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS59 KOW

Does LS59 KOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 KOW is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS59 KOW?
The MOT on LS59 KOW is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 KOW done?
LS59 KOW was recorded at 168,134 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 9,679 miles a year.
Has LS59 KOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 KOW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 KOW 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 LS59 KOW find?
LS59 KOW passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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