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Ford S-MAX

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

YL08 JUAMOT history

YL08 JUA is a silver diesel Ford S-MAX first used on 18 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 205,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
205,830 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YL08 JUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
S-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YL08 JUA was last recorded at 205,830 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,801 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
7,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,830 miles
  • 2025 – 197,317 miles
  • 2024 – 187,275 miles
  • 2023 – 182,431 miles
  • 2022 – 175,164 miles
  • 2021 – 169,024 miles
  • 2020 – 165,572 miles
  • 2019 – 154,598 miles
  • 2018 – 133,964 miles
  • 2017 – 129,851 miles
  • 2016 – 124,236 miles
  • 2014 – 117,835 miles
  • 2013 – 109,465 miles
  • 2012 – 101,362 miles
  • 2011 – 92,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,830 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive fuel leak front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens deteriorated/misted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,830 miles (+29)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    205,830 miles
    Test number
    565634643091
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive fuel leak front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail205,801 miles (+8,484)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,801 miles
    Test number
    721873741772
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass197,317 miles (+1)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    197,317 miles
    Test number
    723664858542
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens deteriorated/misted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens deteriorated/misted over (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure by fuel tank
    • AdvisoryStonechip to nearside front windscreen

  4. Fail197,316 miles (+10,041)1 dangerous7 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,316 miles
    Test number
    315334621255
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split open (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens deteriorated/misted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens deteriorated/misted over (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure by fuel tank
    • AdvisoryStonechip to nearside front windscreen

  5. Pass187,275 miles (+4,844)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    187,275 miles
    Test number
    235958338349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass182,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    182,431 miles
    Test number
    549886949084
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail182,431 miles (+7,267)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,431 miles
    Test number
    131853883574
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass175,164 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    175,164 miles
    Test number
    903370354549
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak under engine

  9. Fail175,164 miles (+17)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,164 miles
    Test number
    890043513692
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Undertray likely to become detached wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak under engine

  10. Fail175,147 miles (+6,123)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,147 miles
    Test number
    367815480336
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2 parts (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass169,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    169,024 miles
    Test number
    122217380024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail169,016 miles (+75)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,016 miles
    Test number
    984081419026
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board rear exhaust missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail168,941 miles (+3,369)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,941 miles
    Test number
    118998511737
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass165,572 miles (+10,974)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    165,572 miles
    Test number
    283038594118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass154,598 miles (+20,634)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    154,598 miles
    Test number
    771843129244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,964 miles (+4,113)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    133,964 miles
    Test number
    256687113762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass129,851 miles (+5,615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    129,851 miles
    Test number
    945327033330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass124,236 miles (+6,401)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    124,236 miles
    Test number
    266692100233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass117,835 miles (+8,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    117,835 miles
    Test number
    895120434248
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass109,465 miles (+8,103)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    109,465 miles
    Test number
    856747823262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass101,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,362 miles
    Test number
    369577722448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail101,362 miles (+9,256)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,362 miles
    Test number
    545657322241
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  23. Pass92,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    92,106 miles
    Test number
    249808421295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,106 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,106 miles
    Test number
    925028921286
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about YL08 JUA

Does YL08 JUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YL08 JUA is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on YL08 JUA?
The MOT on YL08 JUA is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YL08 JUA done?
YL08 JUA was recorded at 205,830 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 7,817 miles a year.
Has YL08 JUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YL08 JUA has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on YL08 JUA 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 YL08 JUA find?
YL08 JUA passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; fluid leak, but not excessive fuel leak front of engine; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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