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SEAT Leon

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 XHVMOT history

LA51 XHV is a grey petrol SEAT Leon first used on 15 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 183,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2022.

LA51 XHV grey SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2023
Mileage
183,997 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 XHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 XHV was last recorded at 183,997 miles on 24 Oct 2022, 6,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,704 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6,293 miles
Average per year
8,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 183,997 miles
  • 2021 – 177,704 miles
  • 2020 – 170,924 miles
  • 2019 – 164,791 miles
  • 2018 – 157,192 miles
  • 2017 – 147,491 miles
  • 2016 – 136,427 miles
  • 2015 – 122,638 miles
  • 2014 – 115,462 miles
  • 2013 – 106,980 miles
  • 2012 – 96,885 miles
  • 2011 – 84,735 miles
  • 2010 – 72,081 miles
  • 2009 – 61,186 miles
  • 2008 – 53,522 miles
  • 2007 – 45,798 miles
  • 2006 – 36,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,997 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (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.

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Wiper switch defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,997 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    183,997 miles
    Test number
    606530237446
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail183,997 miles (+6,293)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,997 miles
    Test number
    138022246574
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass177,704 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    177,704 miles
    Test number
    277440609971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Fail177,704 miles (+6,780)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,704 miles
    Test number
    200410442195
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Pass170,924 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    170,924 miles
    Test number
    929128555163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail170,884 miles (+6,093)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,884 miles
    Test number
    914987238782
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass164,791 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    164,791 miles
    Test number
    971945966873
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper switch defective

  8. Fail164,783 miles (+7,591)1 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,783 miles
    Test number
    110743019505
    • MajorDriver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper switch defective

  9. Pass157,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    157,192 miles
    Test number
    636979028066
    • 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))

  10. Fail157,192 miles (+9,701)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,192 miles
    Test number
    736358089636
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass147,491 miles (+175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    147,491 miles
    Test number
    819857212698
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  12. Fail147,316 miles (+10,889)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,316 miles
    Test number
    331088159590
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L. (engine management light) ON
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  13. Pass136,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    136,427 miles
    Test number
    554851003809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail136,427 miles (+13,789)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,427 miles
    Test number
    704240369470
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass122,638 miles (+7,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    122,638 miles
    Test number
    891401690857
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass115,462 miles (+129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    115,462 miles
    Test number
    438673504411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail115,333 miles (+8,353)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,333 miles
    Test number
    507341804349
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass106,980 miles (+10,095)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    106,980 miles
    Test number
    699657883209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass96,885 miles (+12,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,885 miles
    Test number
    456946882219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass84,735 miles (+2,515)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    84,735 miles
    Test number
    488124691298
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs pitted and corroded

  21. Pass82,220 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    82,220 miles
    Test number
    815688121031
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteN/s front lower suspension arm rear bush just starting to perish
    • NoteN/s rear tyre at 3mm
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteWipre blades required soon

  22. Fail82,220 miles (+10,139)3 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,220 miles
    Test number
    318618221080
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteN/s front lower suspension arm rear bush just starting to perish
    • NoteN/s rear tyre at 3mm
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteWipre blades required soon

  23. Pass72,081 miles (+306)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,081 miles
    Test number
    494528620080
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteN/s front tyre at 3mm
    • NoteN/s rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteO/s rear tyre starting to get low on outer edges
    • NoteRattle from exhaust system
    • NoteSlight play at power rack o/s front

  24. Fail71,775 miles (+10,589)3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,775 miles
    Test number
    591342820097
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteN/s front tyre at 3mm
    • NoteN/s rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteO/s rear tyre starting to get low on outer edges
    • NoteRattle from exhaust system
    • NoteSlight play at power rack o/s front

  25. Pass61,186 miles (+7,664)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    61,186 miles
    Test number
    323524129052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSrs light on

  26. Pass53,522 miles (+7,724)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,522 miles
    Test number
    951814828031
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass45,798 miles (+8,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    45,798 miles
    Test number
    924101637038
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass36,902 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,902 miles
    Test number
    571150136043
    • NoteAir bag light on dash

  29. Fail36,902 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,902 miles
    Test number
    892310436015
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAir bag light on dash

Questions about LA51 XHV

Does LA51 XHV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 XHV expired on 30 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 XHV?
The MOT on LA51 XHV expired on 30 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 XHV done?
LA51 XHV was recorded at 183,997 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2022, an average of 8,792 miles a year.
Has LA51 XHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 XHV has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 XHV 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 LA51 XHV find?
LA51 XHV passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both.

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