
SEAT Alhambra
Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc
L8 CHKMOT history
L8 CHK is a black diesel SEAT Alhambra first used on 31 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 104,889 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 15 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 104,889 mi
- At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 15
- 11 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 7,092 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L8 CHK
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- SEAT
- Model
- Alhambra
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,968 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2013
- First used
- 31 Jul 2013
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L8 CHK was last recorded at 104,889 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 104,830 miles · 14 Oct 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 59 miles
- Average per year
- 7,092 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 104,889 miles
- 2025 – 99,847 miles
- 2024 – 93,811 miles
- 2023 – 85,945 miles
- 2022 – 80,518 miles
- 2021 – 73,649 miles
- 2020 – 68,396 miles
- 2019 – 61,967 miles
- 2018 – 55,094 miles
- 2017 – 42,950 miles
- 2016 – 32,248 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
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.
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Rear Coil spring corroded Both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2020
Full MOT history
15 tests since 19 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass104,889 miles (+59)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 104,889 miles
- Test number
- 288741432690
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail104,830 miles (+4,983)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,830 miles
- Test number
- 799962110743
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass99,847 miles (+6,036)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 99,847 miles
- Test number
- 349134571692
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass93,811 miles (+13)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 93,811 miles
- Test number
- 452910009101
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail93,798 miles (+7,853)1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,798 miles
- Test number
- 442383668808
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass85,945 miles (+5,427)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 85,945 miles
- Test number
- 371326898755
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass80,518 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 80,518 miles
- Test number
- 726929593024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail80,518 miles (+6,869)2 dangerous5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,518 miles
- Test number
- 865414493501
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- 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 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass73,649 miles (+5,253)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 73,649 miles
- Test number
- 435921045184
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass68,396 miles (+6,429)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 68,396 miles
- Test number
- 128652768355
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass61,967 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 61,967 miles
- Test number
- 736829749135
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,967 miles (+6,873)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,967 miles
- Test number
- 604307521741
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread distorted/lumps on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not releasing under tension (7.1.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
Pass55,094 miles (+12,144)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 55,094 miles
- Test number
- 804134120573
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,950 miles (+10,702)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 42,950 miles
- Test number
- 216207248332
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,248 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 32,248 miles
- Test number
- 614401084534
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn bold inner edge
- AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
Questions about L8 CHK
- Does L8 CHK currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 CHK is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L8 CHK?
- The MOT on L8 CHK is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L8 CHK done?
- L8 CHK was recorded at 104,889 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 7,092 miles a year.
- Has L8 CHK ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L8 CHK has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
- Has the mileage on L8 CHK 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 L8 CHK find?
- L8 CHK passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.
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