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SEAT Arosa

Yellow · Petrol · 2004 · 998 cc

LB53 VHRMOT history

LB53 VHR is a yellow petrol SEAT Arosa first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2026
Mileage
97,190 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VHR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Arosa
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VHR was last recorded at 97,190 miles on 11 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,190 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,190 miles
  • 2024 – 91,934 miles
  • 2023 – 85,992 miles
  • 2022 – 82,107 miles
  • 2021 – 76,404 miles
  • 2018 – 73,038 miles
  • 2017 – 64,324 miles
  • 2016 – 53,374 miles
  • 2015 – 45,645 miles
  • 2014 – 38,147 miles
  • 2013 – 30,681 miles
  • 2012 – 26,352 miles
  • 2011 – 23,042 miles
  • 2010 – 20,574 miles
  • 2009 – 17,819 miles
  • 2007 – 14,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,190 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,190 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,190 miles
    Test number
    440571368066
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,190 miles (+5,256)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,190 miles
    Test number
    215944483408
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,934 miles (+5,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    91,934 miles
    Test number
    843217825187
    • AdvisoryO/s washer jet

  4. Pass85,992 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,992 miles
    Test number
    943270828764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,987 miles (+3,880)2 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,987 miles
    Test number
    156963868875
    • DangerousCentral Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components fouling (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification fouling (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,107 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,107 miles
    Test number
    903353370933
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail82,105 miles (+5,701)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,105 miles
    Test number
    378703417732
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass76,404 miles (+3,366)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,404 miles
    Test number
    643055531912
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Surface Rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,038 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,038 miles
    Test number
    974689689578
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded 4 (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Fail73,038 miles (+8,714)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,038 miles
    Test number
    647767315354
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded 4 (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass64,324 miles (+10,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,324 miles
    Test number
    993428581928
    • AdvisorySuspenion been lowered

  12. Pass53,374 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,374 miles
    Test number
    785833038531
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail53,374 miles (+7,729)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,374 miles
    Test number
    575191434645
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass45,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,645 miles
    Test number
    339736505197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,632 miles (+7,485)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,632 miles
    Test number
    598496305117
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  16. Pass38,147 miles (+7,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    38,147 miles
    Test number
    406049094077
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass30,681 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    30,681 miles
    Test number
    275461203444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,352 miles (+3,310)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    26,352 miles
    Test number
    147959202135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,042 miles (+2,468)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,042 miles
    Test number
    489845601010
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteCar has seriously damage marker against it
    • NoteFront and rear number plates starting to deteriate
    • NoteO/s and n/s front air bags been deployed at sometime and taped back over

  20. Pass20,574 miles (+2,755)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,574 miles
    Test number
    104364400099
    • NoteFront brake discs discoloured, corroded and marking up
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  21. Pass17,819 miles (+3,462)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    17,819 miles
    Test number
    203476419060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,357 miles (+3,481)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    14,357 miles
    Test number
    850241767329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    10,876 miles
    Test number
    580862327054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VHR

Does LB53 VHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VHR expired on 10 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VHR?
The MOT on LB53 VHR expired on 10 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VHR done?
LB53 VHR was recorded at 97,190 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2025, an average of 4,695 miles a year.
Has LB53 VHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VHR has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 VHR 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 VHR find?
LB53 VHR passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2025 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose, and 7 more.

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