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SEAT Leon

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LB53 HCAMOT history

LB53 HCA is a black petrol SEAT Leon first used on 24 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 74,090 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
74,090 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HCA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HCA was last recorded at 74,090 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,089 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,090 miles
  • 2024 – 72,453 miles
  • 2023 – 70,696 miles
  • 2022 – 68,688 miles
  • 2021 – 66,968 miles
  • 2020 – 65,949 miles
  • 2019 – 64,899 miles
  • 2018 – 63,233 miles
  • 2017 – 61,306 miles
  • 2016 – 59,654 miles
  • 2015 – 57,704 miles
  • 2014 – 56,102 miles
  • 2013 – 53,550 miles
  • 2012 – 50,642 miles
  • 2011 – 47,938 miles
  • 2010 – 44,342 miles
  • 2009 – 41,418 miles
  • 2008 – 39,381 miles
  • 2007 – 35,301 miles
  • 2006 – 31,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,090 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Centre exhaust rubber broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,090 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    680555449923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail74,089 miles (+1,636)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,089 miles
    Test number
    354106913475
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres over 10 years old.

  3. Pass72,453 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    72,453 miles
    Test number
    933985549285
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront over ten years old.

  4. Fail72,453 miles (+1,757)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,453 miles
    Test number
    329888711865
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront over ten years old.

  5. Pass70,696 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    607949667143
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres over 10 year old and starting ot crack up
    • AdvisoryNSF fog light cracked

  6. Fail70,696 miles (+2,008)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    593588727118
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres over 10 year old and starting ot crack up
    • AdvisoryNSF fog light cracked

  7. Pass68,688 miles (+1,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,688 miles
    Test number
    346201232870
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass66,968 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    66,968 miles
    Test number
    901090353392
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber broken

  9. Fail66,964 miles (+1,015)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,964 miles
    Test number
    973207027733
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber broken

  10. Pass65,949 miles (+1,050)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,949 miles
    Test number
    348832493372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,899 miles (+1,666)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,899 miles
    Test number
    416330826562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,233 miles (+1,927)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    63,233 miles
    Test number
    983027628265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,306 miles (+1,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,306 miles
    Test number
    964917498526
    • AdvisoryEngine undershield lose and been cable tied to secure, centre exhaust mount starting to crack and weaken

  14. Pass59,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,654 miles
    Test number
    981756062303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,654 miles (+1,950)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,654 miles
    Test number
    567330406529
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass57,704 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,704 miles
    Test number
    512080758408
    • AdvisoryEngine ljght on,rear washer not working

  17. Fail57,704 miles (+1,602)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,704 miles
    Test number
    124198207978
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine ljght on,rear washer not working

  18. Fail56,102 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,102 miles
    Test number
    419410734391
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBaffles broken up in rear box.rear washers not working.o/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

  19. Pass56,102 miles (+2,552)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,102 miles
    Test number
    819430634356
    • NoteBaffles broken up in rear box.rear washers not working.o/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

  20. Pass53,550 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,550 miles
    Test number
    408379523454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,642 miles (+2,704)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,642 miles
    Test number
    569297122351
    • NoteRear and front bumper scratched

  22. Pass47,938 miles (+3,596)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,938 miles
    Test number
    275197621343
    • NoteFront discs slightly rusty on inner edges

  23. Pass44,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,342 miles
    Test number
    464980630338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,342 miles (+2,924)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,342 miles
    Test number
    693409220300
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteCuts in outer side wall of both rear tyres.
    • NoteSmall stone chips in front windscreen.

  25. Pass41,418 miles (+2,037)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,418 miles
    Test number
    922124839358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,381 miles (+4,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    39,381 miles
    Test number
    202883318331
    • 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)

  27. Pass35,301 miles (+4,034)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,301 miles
    Test number
    474498347381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,267 miles
    Test number
    293618346349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 HCA

Does LB53 HCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 HCA is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HCA?
The MOT on LB53 HCA is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 HCA done?
LB53 HCA was recorded at 74,090 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 2,264 miles a year.
Has LB53 HCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HCA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 HCA 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 LB53 HCA find?
LB53 HCA passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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