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SEAT Altea

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 LZRMOT history

LB08 LZR is a grey diesel SEAT Altea first used on 4 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 174,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
174,169 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LZR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Altea
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LZR was last recorded at 174,169 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 9,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,106 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,063 miles
Average per year
9,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,169 miles
  • 2025 – 165,106 miles
  • 2024 – 152,492 miles
  • 2023 – 141,179 miles
  • 2022 – 129,350 miles
  • 2021 – 118,047 miles
  • 2020 – 107,316 miles
  • 2019 – 96,272 miles
  • 2018 – 85,760 miles
  • 2017 – 79,691 miles
  • 2016 – 76,127 miles
  • 2015 – 66,222 miles
  • 2014 – 59,669 miles
  • 2013 – 50,714 miles
  • 2012 – 44,623 miles
  • 2011 – 35,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,169 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • General under body component corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,169 miles (+9,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    174,169 miles
    Test number
    106763798616
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass165,106 miles (+12,614)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    165,106 miles
    Test number
    381156325327
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass152,492 miles (+11,313)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    152,492 miles
    Test number
    465738695487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,179 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    141,179 miles
    Test number
    765157790713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail141,179 miles (+11,829)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,179 miles
    Test number
    177936348189
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass129,350 miles (+11,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,350 miles
    Test number
    782365923047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge &outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass118,047 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    118,047 miles
    Test number
    690515053321
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail118,047 miles (+10,731)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,047 miles
    Test number
    440540747232
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass107,316 miles (+11,044)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,316 miles
    Test number
    681088124987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,272 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,272 miles
    Test number
    470360574594
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body component corrosion

  11. Fail96,271 miles (+10,511)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,271 miles
    Test number
    600931351909
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyre (s) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body component corrosion

  12. Pass85,760 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,760 miles
    Test number
    412003697828
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  13. Fail85,755 miles (+6,064)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,755 miles
    Test number
    898267915584
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  14. Pass79,691 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,691 miles
    Test number
    763655993685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,127 miles (+9,905)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,127 miles
    Test number
    207032241715
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has some damage to outer side wall
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  16. Pass66,222 miles (+6,553)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,222 miles
    Test number
    278501705236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  17. Pass59,669 miles (+8,955)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,669 miles
    Test number
    318981034469
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass50,714 miles (+6,091)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,714 miles
    Test number
    226354003287
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass44,623 miles (+8,742)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,623 miles
    Test number
    427457502273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,881 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,881 miles
    Test number
    826526601202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB08 LZR

Does LB08 LZR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 LZR is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LZR?
The MOT on LB08 LZR is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 LZR done?
LB08 LZR was recorded at 174,169 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 9,214 miles a year.
Has LB08 LZR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LZR has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 LZR 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 LB08 LZR find?
LB08 LZR passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive.

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