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SEAT Leon

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LB53 HCGMOT history

LB53 HCG is a silver petrol SEAT Leon first used on 23 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
123,728 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HCG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HCG was last recorded at 123,728 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,727 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,728 miles
  • 2025 – 123,682 miles
  • 2024 – 114,551 miles
  • 2023 – 111,736 miles
  • 2022 – 109,485 miles
  • 2021 – 99,519 miles
  • 2020 – 85,012 miles
  • 2019 – 77,466 miles
  • 2018 – 71,873 miles
  • 2017 – 62,954 miles
  • 2016 – 58,136 miles
  • 2015 – 49,201 miles
  • 2014 – 44,992 miles
  • 2012 – 38,620 miles
  • 2011 – 34,921 miles
  • 2010 – 31,377 miles
  • 2009 – 25,781 miles
  • 2008 – 21,265 miles
  • 2006 – 16,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,728 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear mounting bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,728 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    123,728 miles
    Test number
    996446380632
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail123,727 miles (+45)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,727 miles
    Test number
    928453050620
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure Bolts Loose (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Pipe to Centre Pipe Sleeve Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail123,682 miles (+9,131)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,682 miles
    Test number
    998533332849
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass114,551 miles (+2,815)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    114,551 miles
    Test number
    867049054296
    • AdvisoryBoth side front coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear & nearside front direction indicator disoclour
    • AdvisoryExhuast system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass111,736 miles (+2,251)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    111,736 miles
    Test number
    781893845353
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poorly fitted
    • AdvisoryTemp exhaust pipe fitted to vehicle

  6. Pass109,485 miles (+9,966)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    109,485 miles
    Test number
    250100120728
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass99,519 miles (+14,507)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,519 miles
    Test number
    781470166008
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass85,012 miles (+7,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,012 miles
    Test number
    284305988528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,466 miles (+5,593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,466 miles
    Test number
    968252113599
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass71,873 miles (+70)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,873 miles
    Test number
    325624677406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail71,803 miles (+8,849)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,803 miles
    Test number
    896455277074
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire catalytic converter (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre and tyre worn uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass62,954 miles (+140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,954 miles
    Test number
    485471911202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also has slight splits and cracks on the tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also has slight splits and cracks on the tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail62,814 miles (+4,678)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,814 miles
    Test number
    465025980058
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • 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)

  14. Pass58,136 miles (+8,935)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,136 miles
    Test number
    970274607417
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear inner disc corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside front tyre thread
    • AdvisoryOffside rear Tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  15. Pass49,201 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,201 miles
    Test number
    489235305199
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust supporting bracket adrift.

  16. Fail49,201 miles (+4,209)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,201 miles
    Test number
    345625905180
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust supporting bracket adrift.

  17. Pass44,992 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    44,992 miles
    Test number
    439105834010
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront wipers worn
    • NoteRear exhaust broken but system still adequate supported

  18. Fail44,992 miles (+6,372)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,992 miles
    Test number
    689525434015
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken not allowing full inspection to rear seats
    • NoteFront wipers worn

  19. Fail38,620 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,620 miles
    Test number
    185815832418
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass38,620 miles (+3,699)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,620 miles
    Test number
    959015732018
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass34,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,921 miles
    Test number
    675964921090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail34,921 miles (+3,544)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,921 miles
    Test number
    976354121088
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth offside & nearside front brake discs scorred & ridged

  23. Pass31,377 miles (+5,596)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    31,377 miles
    Test number
    582838310011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,781 miles (+4,516)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,781 miles
    Test number
    873864429056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear registration plate delaminating

  25. Pass21,265 miles (+4,588)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    21,265 miles
    Test number
    461460718045
    • NoteAdvise on front wiper smearing slightly
    • NoteAdvise on rear number plate deteriorating slightly

  26. Pass16,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,677 miles
    Test number
    813701866387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 HCG

Does LB53 HCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 HCG is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HCG?
The MOT on LB53 HCG is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 HCG done?
LB53 HCG was recorded at 123,728 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 5,579 miles a year.
Has LB53 HCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HCG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 HCG 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 HCG find?
LB53 HCG passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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