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SEAT Leon

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LB53 UNUMOT history

LB53 UNU is a grey petrol SEAT Leon first used on 24 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2023
Mileage
100,243 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UNU was last recorded at 100,243 miles on 2 Sept 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,242 miles · 31 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,243 miles
  • 2021 – 97,894 miles
  • 2020 – 95,408 miles
  • 2019 – 90,793 miles
  • 2018 – 85,922 miles
  • 2017 – 78,616 miles
  • 2016 – 75,891 miles
  • 2015 – 72,719 miles
  • 2014 – 70,084 miles
  • 2013 – 67,757 miles
  • 2012 – 65,329 miles
  • 2011 – 62,506 miles
  • 2010 – 59,259 miles
  • 2009 – 54,058 miles
  • 2008 – 46,566 miles
  • 2007 – 39,649 miles
  • 2006 – 33,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,243 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Offside lamp unit (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view In several places (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryLower Exhaust mounting defective Central mount corroded away from system, Rear front mount corroded away from system (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seal ??????? (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead rim has a previous welded repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion and orange tinted through over heating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake cable damaged but not to excess Casing (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,243 miles (+1)4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,243 miles
    Test number
    394250610136
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Offside lamp unit (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view In several places (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Exhaust mounting defective Central mount corroded away from system, Rear front mount corroded away from system (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seal ??????? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead rim has a previous welded repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion and orange tinted through over heating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake cable damaged but not to excess Casing (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail100,242 miles (+2,348)1 dangerous6 major4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,242 miles
    Test number
    628086229575
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Spring clip poking through caliper (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED Fitted, Ruling changed 22 03 2021 (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED Fitted, Ruling changed 22 03 2021 (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement Parking brake mechanism not fully releasing (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Offside lamp unit (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view In several places (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Exhaust mounting defective Central mount corroded away from system, Rear front mount corroded away from system (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seal ??????? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead rim has a previous welded repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion and orange tinted through over heating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake cable damaged but not to excess Casing (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,894 miles (+2,486)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,894 miles
    Test number
    184893851722
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,408 miles (+4,615)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,408 miles
    Test number
    595940916422
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass90,793 miles (+4,871)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,793 miles
    Test number
    839752366656
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOily residue on engine
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken but system still supported

  6. Pass85,922 miles (+35)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    85,922 miles
    Test number
    964875586705
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not illuminating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail85,887 miles (+7,271)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,887 miles
    Test number
    907222285562
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not illuminating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass78,616 miles (+2,725)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,616 miles
    Test number
    888329064042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,891 miles (+3,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,891 miles
    Test number
    948306584256
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroding

  10. Pass72,719 miles (+2,635)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,719 miles
    Test number
    696868595062
    • NoteChip to screen
    • NoteRear exhaust corroding
    • NoteRear tyres perishing
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering arm

  11. Pass70,084 miles (+2,327)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,084 miles
    Test number
    338501134088
    • NoteChip to screen
    • NoteOffside & nearside front tyres wearing low
    • NoteSlight play in offside & nearside steering arms

  12. Fail67,757 miles3 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,757 miles
    Test number
    207660033003
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated, mounting and box

  13. Pass67,757 miles (+2,428)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    67,757 miles
    Test number
    546720833048
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated, mounting and box

  14. Pass65,329 miles (+2,823)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,329 miles
    Test number
    569282952031
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust section deteriorated

  15. Pass62,506 miles (+3,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    62,506 miles
    Test number
    725278041077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass59,259 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    59,259 miles
    Test number
    103897150060
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Fail59,203 miles (+5,145)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,203 miles
    Test number
    571666050008
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass54,058 miles (+7,492)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    54,058 miles
    Test number
    473082599025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,566 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,566 miles
    Test number
    361807708107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre worn out of shape on inner edge

  20. Fail46,566 miles (+6,917)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,566 miles
    Test number
    173656008138
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre worn out of shape on inner edge

  21. Fail39,649 miles6 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,649 miles
    Test number
    233580887400
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass39,649 miles (+6,175)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    39,649 miles
    Test number
    981420687186
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  23. Pass33,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    33,474 miles
    Test number
    151981146336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 UNU

Does LB53 UNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 UNU expired on 1 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UNU?
The MOT on LB53 UNU expired on 1 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 UNU done?
LB53 UNU was recorded at 100,243 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2022, an average of 4,243 miles a year.
Has LB53 UNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UNU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 UNU 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 UNU find?
LB53 UNU passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2022 with 4 minor defects and 9 advisories: central rear registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources offside lamp unit; front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view in several places; nearside front position lamp incorrect colour blue, and 10 more.

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