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SEAT Leon

Green · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L13 DREMOT history

L13 DRE is a green diesel SEAT Leon first used on 3 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 126,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

L13 DRE green SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
126,495 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 DRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
3 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 DRE was last recorded at 126,495 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 6,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,276 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,219 miles
Average per year
8,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,495 miles
  • 2025 – 120,276 miles
  • 2024 – 114,880 miles
  • 2023 – 109,556 miles
  • 2022 – 109,527 miles
  • 2021 – 105,048 miles
  • 2020 – 90,030 miles
  • 2019 – 79,588 miles
  • 2018 – 68,640 miles
  • 2017 – 55,733 miles
  • 2016 – 44,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,495 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer heat shield insecure

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,495 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    126,495 miles
    Test number
    553189915862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer heat shield insecure
  2. Fail126,495 miles (+6,219)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,495 miles
    Test number
    683163568691
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer heat shield insecure
  3. Pass120,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    120,276 miles
    Test number
    523570172570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,276 miles (+5,396)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,276 miles
    Test number
    273044499882
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass114,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,880 miles
    Test number
    850903533406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,880 miles (+5,324)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,880 miles
    Test number
    153434045557
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass109,556 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,556 miles
    Test number
    792664096274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,527 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    109,527 miles
    Test number
    478193402736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Fail109,525 miles (+4,477)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,525 miles
    Test number
    374389332585
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass105,048 miles (+15,018)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    105,048 miles
    Test number
    576938533511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,030 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    90,030 miles
    Test number
    618942013961
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail90,030 miles (+10,442)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,030 miles
    Test number
    641147202357
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed x 2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass79,588 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,588 miles
    Test number
    288149206697
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45 R17 98W - persished within tread edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Fail79,588 miles (+10,948)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,588 miles
    Test number
    740275754634
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45 R17 98W - Inner sidewall split & tears also slightly persished within tread edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45 R17 98W - persished within tread edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass68,640 miles (+12,907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    68,640 miles
    Test number
    642383203018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  16. Pass55,733 miles (+11,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    55,733 miles
    Test number
    375593464718
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  17. Pass44,282 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,282 miles
    Test number
    772699507666
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays
  18. Fail44,278 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,278 miles
    Test number
    793520548041
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

Questions about L13 DRE

Does L13 DRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 DRE is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 DRE?
The MOT on L13 DRE is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 DRE done?
L13 DRE was recorded at 126,495 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 8,858 miles a year.
Has L13 DRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 DRE has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 DRE 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 L13 DRE find?
L13 DRE passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm uneven wear; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and cracking, and 2 more.

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