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Yellow · Petrol · 1998 · 1,984 cc

L18 MSCMOT history

L18 MSC is a yellow petrol SEAT Ibiza first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 96,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
96,161 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 MSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Ibiza
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 MSC was last recorded at 96,161 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 1,635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,526 miles · 31 Oct 2014
Between the last two tests
1,635 miles
Average per year
2,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,161 miles
  • 2014 – 94,526 miles
  • 2013 – 92,948 miles
  • 2012 – 91,753 miles
  • 2009 – 88,126 miles
  • 2008 – 81,453 miles
  • 2007 – 68,679 miles
  • 2006 – 57,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,161 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

11 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,161 miles (+1,635)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    96,161 miles
    Test number
    276980638111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,526 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,526 miles
    Test number
    838274704319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,948 miles (+5)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    92,948 miles
    Test number
    755379903381
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NotePlastic covers fitted to sills

  4. Fail92,943 miles (+1,190)8 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,943 miles
    Test number
    238348893244
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NotePlastic covers fitted to sills

  5. Pass91,753 miles (+3,627)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    91,753 miles
    Test number
    948971202392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,126 miles (+6,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    88,126 miles
    Test number
    774752719302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  7. Pass81,453 miles (+53)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    81,453 miles
    Test number
    443873918463
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNo back seats fitted

  8. Fail81,400 miles (+12,721)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,400 miles
    Test number
    640239908366
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNo back seats fitted

  9. Pass68,679 miles (+11,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    68,679 miles
    Test number
    521606417309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass57,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    57,498 miles
    Test number
    712731726376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,498 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,498 miles
    Test number
    373660726394
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Questions about L18 MSC

Does L18 MSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 MSC is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L18 MSC?
The MOT on L18 MSC is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 MSC done?
L18 MSC was recorded at 96,161 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 2,036 miles a year.
Has L18 MSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 MSC has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2013.
Has the mileage on L18 MSC 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 L18 MSC find?
L18 MSC passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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