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SEAT Leon

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

L5 CUCMOT history

L5 CUC is a grey diesel SEAT Leon first used on 21 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 96,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

L5 CUC grey SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
96,849 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 CUC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 CUC was last recorded at 96,849 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 1,234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,615 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,234 miles
Average per year
4,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,849 miles
  • 2025 – 95,615 miles
  • 2023 – 89,123 miles
  • 2022 – 85,715 miles
  • 2021 – 84,302 miles
  • 2020 – 83,139 miles
  • 2019 – 79,753 miles
  • 2018 – 75,517 miles
  • 2017 – 70,427 miles
  • 2016 – 66,214 miles
  • 2015 – 61,727 miles
  • 2014 – 56,489 miles
  • 2013 – 49,957 miles
  • 2012 – 44,979 miles
  • 2011 – 38,962 miles
  • 2010 – 32,806 miles
  • 2009 – 26,562 miles
  • 2008 – 20,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,849 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,849 miles (+1,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    96,849 miles
    Test number
    747134416368
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,615 miles (+6,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    95,615 miles
    Test number
    661558093919
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,123 miles (+3,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    249992687402
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,715 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,715 miles
    Test number
    394750951410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,302 miles
    Test number
    453374711685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,301 miles (+3)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,301 miles
    Test number
    136202698973
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

  7. Fail84,298 miles (+1,159)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,298 miles
    Test number
    477618358052
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass83,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,139 miles
    Test number
    561487383704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,139 miles (+3,386)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,139 miles
    Test number
    624716012287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass79,753 miles (+4,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,753 miles
    Test number
    218152455519
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass75,517 miles (+5,090)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    736837017123
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged behind sill cover

  12. Pass70,427 miles (+4,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,427 miles
    Test number
    563205405701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass66,214 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    437044565510
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail66,214 miles (+4,487)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    132668682956
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass61,727 miles (+5,238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,727 miles
    Test number
    434617695519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass56,489 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,489 miles
    Test number
    449047964281
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front Tyre wearing slightly on inner tread.
    • NoteOuter Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail56,489 miles (+6,532)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,489 miles
    Test number
    339976264458
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front Tyre wearing slightly on inner tread.
    • NoteOuter Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass49,957 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,957 miles
    Test number
    315323963443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOuter Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail49,957 miles (+4,978)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,957 miles
    Test number
    848743863214
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOuter Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass44,979 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,979 miles
    Test number
    646972272223
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail44,979 miles (+6,017)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,979 miles
    Test number
    707492072271
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass38,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,962 miles
    Test number
    149396461203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Fail38,962 miles (+6,156)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,962 miles
    Test number
    806556061201
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass32,806 miles (+6,244)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,806 miles
    Test number
    324366860220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,562 miles (+5,977)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,562 miles
    Test number
    161466549185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,585 miles
    Test number
    634863228123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,583 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,583 miles
    Test number
    724243128164
    • DangerousOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L5 CUC

Does L5 CUC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 CUC is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 CUC?
The MOT on L5 CUC is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 CUC done?
L5 CUC was recorded at 96,849 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 4,242 miles a year.
Has L5 CUC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 CUC has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on L5 CUC 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 L5 CUC find?
L5 CUC passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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