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SEAT Leon

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

J9 URMMOT history

J9 URM is a black diesel SEAT Leon first used on 10 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 147,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

J9 URM black SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
147,949 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 URM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
10 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 URM was last recorded at 147,949 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,948 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,949 miles
  • 2025 – 141,687 miles
  • 2024 – 134,544 miles
  • 2023 – 126,607 miles
  • 2022 – 118,856 miles
  • 2021 – 109,017 miles
  • 2020 – 99,665 miles
  • 2019 – 90,868 miles
  • 2018 – 78,698 miles
  • 2017 – 65,361 miles
  • 2016 – 56,044 miles
  • 2015 – 49,387 miles
  • 2014 – 37,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,949 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,949 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    147,949 miles
    Test number
    136326988363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail147,948 miles (+6,261)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,948 miles
    Test number
    263444363788
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass141,687 miles (+7,143)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    141,687 miles
    Test number
    122563640656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass134,544 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    134,544 miles
    Test number
    525003363348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail134,544 miles (+7,937)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,544 miles
    Test number
    558172309280
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass126,607 miles (+7,751)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    126,607 miles
    Test number
    719111385718
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inside edges advise tracking to be checked
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted
  7. Pass118,856 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,856 miles
    Test number
    185922318058
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  8. Fail118,856 miles (+9,839)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,856 miles
    Test number
    297993147975
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  9. Pass109,017 miles (+9,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,017 miles
    Test number
    404318752790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass99,665 miles (+8,797)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,665 miles
    Test number
    892797439503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake requirements only just met
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass90,868 miles (+12,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,868 miles
    Test number
    629683895516
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass78,698 miles (+13,337)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,698 miles
    Test number
    357783094965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,361 miles (+9,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,361 miles
    Test number
    670110825680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre stepping on inside & perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass56,044 miles (+6,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,044 miles
    Test number
    584124674289
    • AdvisoryUnable to visually inspect inner brake pads
  15. Pass49,387 miles (+11,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,387 miles
    Test number
    366533287205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Pass37,815 miles (+3,854)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    37,815 miles
    Test number
    329190214331
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass33,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,961 miles
    Test number
    908021394149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 URM

Does J9 URM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 URM is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 URM?
The MOT on J9 URM is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 URM done?
J9 URM was recorded at 147,949 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 9,379 miles a year.
Has J9 URM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 URM has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 URM 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 J9 URM find?
J9 URM passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front coil spring corroded; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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