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Ford S-MAX

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,997 cc

N31 LARMOT history

N31 LAR is a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 16 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 132,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

N31 LAR silver Ford S-Max – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
132,170 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N31 LAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N31 LAR was last recorded at 132,170 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 417 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,753 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
417 miles
Average per year
6,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,170 miles
  • 2025 – 119,862 miles
  • 2024 – 113,121 miles
  • 2023 – 105,215 miles
  • 2022 – 98,822 miles
  • 2021 – 91,804 miles
  • 2020 – 85,423 miles
  • 2019 – 77,987 miles
  • 2018 – 69,873 miles
  • 2017 – 61,429 miles
  • 2016 – 53,739 miles
  • 2015 – 45,760 miles
  • 2014 – 41,121 miles
  • 2013 – 38,172 miles
  • 2012 – 33,192 miles
  • 2011 – 25,580 miles
  • 2010 – 19,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,170 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body and suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,170 miles (+417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    132,170 miles
    Test number
    277608582308
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,753 miles (+11,891)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,753 miles
    Test number
    382478418803
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust very weak and a slight leak

  3. Pass119,862 miles (+6,741)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,862 miles
    Test number
    135712898819
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres getting low/worn edges
    • AdvisoryUpper/lower engine covers fitted

  4. Pass113,121 miles (+7,906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    113,121 miles
    Test number
    233792240525
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lower arm rusty

  5. Pass105,215 miles (+6,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    105,215 miles
    Test number
    889575936552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass98,822 miles (+7,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    98,822 miles
    Test number
    723738236706
    • 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))

  7. Pass91,804 miles (+6,381)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    91,804 miles
    Test number
    236655057955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,423 miles (+7,436)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,423 miles
    Test number
    216538906008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,987 miles (+8,114)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,987 miles
    Test number
    579292537812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,873 miles (+8,444)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    69,873 miles
    Test number
    423569277814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,429 miles (+7,690)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,429 miles
    Test number
    618511753249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,739 miles (+7,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,739 miles
    Test number
    938315268139
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass45,760 miles (+4,639)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,760 miles
    Test number
    709592965095
    • NoteRear tyres cracked

  14. Pass41,121 miles (+2,949)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,121 miles
    Test number
    386842864012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,172 miles (+4,980)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,172 miles
    Test number
    359055663011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,192 miles (+7,612)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,192 miles
    Test number
    925978652050
    • NoteFront discs scored on inner faces

  17. Pass25,580 miles (+5,972)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,580 miles
    Test number
    798516051033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    19,608 miles
    Test number
    323517550076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N31 LAR

Does N31 LAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N31 LAR is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on N31 LAR?
The MOT on N31 LAR is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N31 LAR done?
N31 LAR was recorded at 132,170 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 6,978 miles a year.
Has N31 LAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N31 LAR has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on N31 LAR 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 N31 LAR find?
N31 LAR passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: general under body and suspension components corroded; rear coil spring corroded both; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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