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Ford S-MAX

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

NVL 821MOT history

NVL 821 is a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 102,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

NVL 821 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 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
102,278 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NVL 821
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NVL 821 was last recorded at 102,278 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 8,009 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,269 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,009 miles
Average per year
5,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,278 miles
  • 2025 – 94,269 miles
  • 2024 – 90,700 miles
  • 2023 – 88,391 miles
  • 2022 – 85,787 miles
  • 2021 – 80,921 miles
  • 2020 – 77,669 miles
  • 2019 – 74,042 miles
  • 2018 – 65,284 miles
  • 2017 – 59,112 miles
  • 2016 – 51,138 miles
  • 2015 – 37,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,278 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt multiple child seats fitted in rear
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,278 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    102,278 miles
    Test number
    155365633928
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt multiple child seats fitted in rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail102,278 miles (+8,009)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,278 miles
    Test number
    390447502064
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear mounting defective/ insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt multiple child seats fitted in rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass94,269 miles (+3,569)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    94,269 miles
    Test number
    510991865167
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracks at edge of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3rd row of seats

  4. Pass90,700 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    90,700 miles
    Test number
    670025681173
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in offside top corner (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail90,700 miles (+2,309)1 dangerous4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,700 miles
    Test number
    920150638279
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in offside top corner (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm and void on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm and void on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass88,391 miles (+2,604)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,391 miles
    Test number
    209740705329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,787 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,787 miles
    Test number
    776426451350
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail85,787 miles (+4,866)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,787 miles
    Test number
    319667468820
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass80,921 miles (+3,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,921 miles
    Test number
    120190519862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass77,669 miles (+3,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,669 miles
    Test number
    521406582645
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass74,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,042 miles
    Test number
    618086597695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,042 miles (+8,758)4 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,042 miles
    Test number
    153046625819
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass65,284 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,284 miles
    Test number
    350074956708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail65,284 miles (+6,172)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,284 miles
    Test number
    995879621949
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass59,112 miles (+7,974)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,112 miles
    Test number
    342112975712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,138 miles (+6,848)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,138 miles
    Test number
    644121597157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,290 miles (+6,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,290 miles
    Test number
    901543487654
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass37,589 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,589 miles
    Test number
    108783630462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,928 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,928 miles
    Test number
    199680125133
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  20. Fail34,926 miles2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,926 miles
    Test number
    965150825157
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about NVL 821

What vehicle is registration NVL 821 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NVL 821 on a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 31 May 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does NVL 821 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NVL 821 is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on NVL 821?
The MOT on NVL 821 is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NVL 821 done?
NVL 821 was recorded at 102,278 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 5,895 miles a year.
Has NVL 821 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NVL 821 has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on NVL 821 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 NVL 821 find?
NVL 821 passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt multiple child seats fitted in rear; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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