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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

S3 EMKMOT history

S3 EMK is a black diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 5 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 100,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

S3 EMK 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 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
100,863 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 EMK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
5 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 EMK was last recorded at 100,863 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 11,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,531 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
11,332 miles
Average per year
9,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,863 miles
  • 2024 – 89,531 miles
  • 2023 – 69,656 miles
  • 2022 – 60,317 miles
  • 2021 – 52,330 miles
  • 2020 – 43,549 miles
  • 2019 – 31,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,863 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant stains above gearbox area/nearside of engine bay, possibly from previous leak as all stains are dry. (MONITOR LEVEL)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70-80% WORN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrosion

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 8 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,863 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    100,863 miles
    Test number
    462985000198
    • AdvisoryCoolant stains above gearbox area/nearside of engine bay, possibly from previous leak as all stains are dry. (MONITOR LEVEL)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70-80% WORN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corrosion

  2. Fail100,863 miles (+11,332)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,863 miles
    Test number
    488889561214
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative Require nsf,nsr and osr sensors (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant stains above gearbox area/nearside of engine bay, possibly from previous leak as all stains are dry. (MONITOR LEVEL)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70-80% WORN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corrosion

  3. Pass89,531 miles (+9,509)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    89,531 miles
    Test number
    390765875145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Good 50% worn and getting close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 mm, breaking up in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4 mm, cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4 mm, breaking up in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4 mm, cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass80,022 miles (+10,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,022 miles
    Test number
    206443014981
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass69,656 miles (+9,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,656 miles
    Test number
    595601341309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass60,317 miles (+7,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    60,317 miles
    Test number
    819714751566
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass52,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    52,330 miles
    Test number
    661984887838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,330 miles (+8,781)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,330 miles
    Test number
    704445621661
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass43,549 miles (+12,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,549 miles
    Test number
    479216981388
    • 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))

  10. Pass31,118 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    31,118 miles
    Test number
    501551752230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about S3 EMK

Does S3 EMK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 EMK is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 EMK?
The MOT on S3 EMK is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 EMK done?
S3 EMK was recorded at 100,863 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 9,966 miles a year.
Has S3 EMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 EMK has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 EMK 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 S3 EMK find?
S3 EMK passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: coolant stains above gearbox area/nearside of engine bay, possibly from previous leak as all stains are dry. (monitor level); rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin 70-80% worn, and 1 more.

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