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SEAT Leon

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,984 cc

L5 DCXMOT history

L5 DCX is a blue petrol SEAT Leon first used on 16 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 54,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

L5 DCX blue SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
54,083 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 DCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 DCX was last recorded at 54,083 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 1,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,417 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,666 miles
Average per year
3,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 54,083 miles
  • 2024 – 52,417 miles
  • 2023 – 50,609 miles
  • 2022 – 48,674 miles
  • 2021 – 46,089 miles
  • 2020 – 41,324 miles
  • 2019 – 38,391 miles
  • 2018 – 38,169 miles
  • 2017 – 30,322 miles
  • 2016 – 27,937 miles
  • 2015 – 25,307 miles
  • 2014 – 21,811 miles
  • 2013 – 18,860 miles
  • 2012 – 12,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,083 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicle underside at rear has corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,083 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    54,083 miles
    Test number
    239095053417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail54,083 miles (+1,666)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,083 miles
    Test number
    866630163812
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass52,417 miles (+1,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    52,417 miles
    Test number
    299711164446
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test both front
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass50,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    50,609 miles
    Test number
    789966601093
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail50,609 miles (+1,935)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,609 miles
    Test number
    886992317171
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass48,674 miles (+2,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,674 miles
    Test number
    573290033161
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass46,089 miles (+4,765)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    46,089 miles
    Test number
    663459440986
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres perished and offside front inner sidewall slightly bulged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front edges wearing smooth. 225-40-18 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass41,324 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    41,324 miles
    Test number
    579826835900
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside at rear has corrosion.

  9. Fail41,237 miles (+2,846)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,237 miles
    Test number
    215460188768
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and cracking to tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Slight bind. (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside at rear has corrosion.

  10. Pass38,391 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,391 miles
    Test number
    115965271360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail38,388 miles (+219)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,388 miles
    Test number
    626893882213
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass38,169 miles (+7,847)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    38,169 miles
    Test number
    707867337066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,322 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    30,322 miles
    Test number
    258346028240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    27,937 miles
    Test number
    612338078943
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  15. Fail27,936 miles (+2,629)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    404245820371
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  16. Pass25,307 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    25,307 miles
    Test number
    146499425257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,811 miles (+2,951)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    21,811 miles
    Test number
    837240034276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,860 miles (+6,350)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    18,860 miles
    Test number
    535529733233
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass12,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    12,510 miles
    Test number
    777374172032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 DCX

Does L5 DCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 DCX is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L5 DCX?
The MOT on L5 DCX is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 DCX done?
L5 DCX was recorded at 54,083 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 3,046 miles a year.
Has L5 DCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 DCX has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 DCX 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 DCX find?
L5 DCX passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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