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Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

L15 XCHMOT history

L15 XCH is a grey petrol SEAT Ibiza first used on 7 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 132,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

L15 XCH grey SEAT Ibiza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Ibiza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
132,315 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 XCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Ibiza
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 XCH was last recorded at 132,315 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 2,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,961 miles · 15 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
2,354 miles
Average per year
6,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,315 miles
  • 2023 – 129,961 miles
  • 2022 – 123,754 miles
  • 2021 – 119,247 miles
  • 2020 – 113,098 miles
  • 2019 – 107,863 miles
  • 2018 – 103,079 miles
  • 2017 – 97,614 miles
  • 2016 – 91,326 miles
  • 2015 – 80,429 miles
  • 2014 – 70,670 miles
  • 2013 – 63,077 miles
  • 2012 – 55,692 miles
  • 2011 – 50,035 miles
  • 2010 – 41,159 miles
  • 2009 – 28,969 miles
  • 2008 – 21,992 miles
  • 2007 – 15,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,315 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Surface corrosion to exhaust system

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Non Standard Suspension Components Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,315 miles (+2,354)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,315 miles
    Test number
    528134781641
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass129,961 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,961 miles
    Test number
    296472251662
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail129,961 miles (+6,207)4 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,961 miles
    Test number
    762530616202
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,754 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    123,754 miles
    Test number
    407664480843
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible hose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal minimum (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNon Standard Suspension Components Fitted
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust fitted

  5. Fail123,742 miles (+4,495)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,742 miles
    Test number
    395017298718
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible hose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal minimum (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNon Standard Suspension Components Fitted
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust fitted

  6. Pass119,247 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,247 miles
    Test number
    631144960042
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryAll front ball joint dustcovers perished

  7. Fail119,247 miles (+6,149)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,247 miles
    Test number
    874239851313
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak emissions not tested (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible both front dip beams (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryAll front ball joint dustcovers perished

  8. Pass113,098 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    113,098 miles
    Test number
    361875545600
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nsf nsr osr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nsf nsr osr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail113,086 miles (+5,223)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,086 miles
    Test number
    833352006132
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nsf nsr osr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nsf nsr osr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass107,863 miles (+4,784)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    107,863 miles
    Test number
    818836909295
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  11. Pass103,079 miles (+5,465)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,079 miles
    Test number
    652891468506
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass97,614 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,614 miles
    Test number
    838323012840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Small cut in tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Fail97,614 miles (+6,288)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,614 miles
    Test number
    408597548651
    • 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Small cut in tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass91,326 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    91,326 miles
    Test number
    820926661594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  15. Fail91,315 miles (+10,886)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,315 miles
    Test number
    333384313948
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  16. Pass80,429 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,429 miles
    Test number
    284344765403
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded badly
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system

  17. Fail80,389 miles (+9,719)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,389 miles
    Test number
    257361263597
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded badly
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system

  18. Pass70,670 miles (+163)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,670 miles
    Test number
    889055894116
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail70,507 miles (+7,430)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,507 miles
    Test number
    556866584177
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteE.M.L.on perman.

  20. Pass63,077 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,077 miles
    Test number
    258131993117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Fail63,077 miles (+7,385)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,077 miles
    Test number
    305381293132
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass55,692 miles (+5,657)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,692 miles
    Test number
    617573392195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,035 miles (+8,876)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,035 miles
    Test number
    119540491112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,159 miles (+12,190)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,159 miles
    Test number
    704438090115
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail28,969 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,969 miles
    Test number
    154042219226
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass28,969 miles (+6,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,969 miles
    Test number
    732902119240
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass21,992 miles (+6,040)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,992 miles
    Test number
    851164718289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    15,952 miles
    Test number
    262554497479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 XCH

Does L15 XCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L15 XCH expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L15 XCH?
The MOT on L15 XCH expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L15 XCH done?
L15 XCH was recorded at 132,315 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 6,382 miles a year.
Has L15 XCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 XCH has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L15 XCH 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 L15 XCH find?
L15 XCH passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges, and 1 more.

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