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SEAT Leon

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

K18 KFVMOT history

K18 KFV is a grey diesel SEAT Leon first used on 31 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

K18 KFV grey SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
129,976 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 KFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 KFV was last recorded at 129,976 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 5,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,057 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,919 miles
Average per year
9,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,976 miles
  • 2025 – 124,057 miles
  • 2024 – 116,079 miles
  • 2023 – 107,333 miles
  • 2022 – 97,381 miles
  • 2021 – 86,142 miles
  • 2020 – 76,866 miles
  • 2019 – 75,976 miles
  • 2018 – 59,680 miles
  • 2017 – 45,955 miles
  • 2016 – 34,847 miles
  • 2015 – 25,176 miles
  • 2014 – 15,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,976 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect very slight misting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Handbrake cable clip ( o/s/r trailing arm ) cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,976 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    129,976 miles
    Test number
    322515824293
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail129,976 miles (+5,919)1 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,976 miles
    Test number
    618175204273
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass124,057 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    124,057 miles
    Test number
    248626918857
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail124,057 miles (+7,978)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,057 miles
    Test number
    252360069881
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass116,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,079 miles
    Test number
    809734286856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,079 miles (+8,746)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,079 miles
    Test number
    776928556744
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass107,333 miles (+9,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    107,333 miles
    Test number
    808349886831
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
  8. Pass97,381 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    97,381 miles
    Test number
    433004301864
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail97,381 miles (+11,239)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,381 miles
    Test number
    869561475791
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. Adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. Adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass86,142 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    86,142 miles
    Test number
    284582848948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,137 miles (+9,271)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,137 miles
    Test number
    874432609144
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  12. Pass76,866 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    76,866 miles
    Test number
    192306757574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,976 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,976 miles
    Test number
    875117702554
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect very slight misting (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable clip ( o/s/r trailing arm ) cracked
    • AdvisoryInner faces n/s/f and o/s/f brake discs worn / scored / corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear exhaust casing
    • AdvisoryStone chip to center of windscreen
  14. Fail75,976 miles (+16,296)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,976 miles
    Test number
    587602395544
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested n/s/f and o/s/f (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect very slight misting (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable clip ( o/s/r trailing arm ) cracked
    • AdvisoryInner faces n/s/f and o/s/f brake discs worn / scored / corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear exhaust casing
    • AdvisoryStone chip to center of windscreen
  15. Pass59,680 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,680 miles
    Test number
    609726043865
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to center exhaust hanger
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner faces of n/s/f and o/s/f brake discs
    • AdvisoryEngine cover / under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing unevenly / balding on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly / balding on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight wear to edges of o/s/f tyre
  16. Fail59,680 miles (+13,725)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,680 miles
    Test number
    928594829053
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to center exhaust hanger
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner faces of n/s/f and o/s/f brake discs
    • AdvisoryEngine cover / under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing unevenly / balding on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly / balding on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight wear to edges of o/s/f tyre
  17. Pass45,955 miles (+11,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,955 miles
    Test number
    909555364952
    • AdvisoryRear tyres deforming on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front inner face on iscs
  18. Pass34,847 miles (+9,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,847 miles
    Test number
    341703099682
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre punctured
  19. Pass25,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    25,176 miles
    Test number
    405881375056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,176 miles (+10,006)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,176 miles
    Test number
    689551275019
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  21. Pass15,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    15,170 miles
    Test number
    126690184003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail15,170 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,170 miles
    Test number
    578160884045
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)

Questions about K18 KFV

Does K18 KFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 KFV is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 KFV?
The MOT on K18 KFV is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 KFV done?
K18 KFV was recorded at 129,976 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 9,569 miles a year.
Has K18 KFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 KFV has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 KFV 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 K18 KFV find?
K18 KFV passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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