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When is the MOT due for EM08 COW?

The MOT for EM08 COW is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 January 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of EM08 COW?

The recorded mileage for EM08 COW is 66,245 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is EM08 COW ULEZ compliant?

Yes, EM08 COW (FORD S-MAX) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

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2020 Ford S-MAX 2.0L Diesel · EM08 COW

EM08 COW

2020 Ford S-MAX (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/07/2020. Recorded mileage 66,245 miles. MOT valid until 04/01/2027.

Make & Model: FORD S-MAX
Year / Origin: 2020 · Chelmsford
MOT Status: Valid until 04/01/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 66,245 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 66,245 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2020
Engine: 1995cc

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EM08 COW Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/01/2026
66,245 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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EM08 COW Mileage History

15/06/202341,560 mi
22/12/202350,250 mi+8,690 mi
28/12/202350,250 mi
28/12/202454,766 mi+4,516 mi
05/01/202666,245 mi+11,479 mi

Average of roughly 9,641 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

EM08 COW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 15:33

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Ford S-Max (EM08 COW) between June 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.

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