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SEAT Altea

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

LB56 SZCMOT history

LB56 SZC is a black petrol SEAT Altea first used on 17 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,355 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2024
Mileage
105,355 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 SZC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Altea
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 SZC was last recorded at 105,355 miles on 10 Nov 2023, 5,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,373 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5,982 miles
Average per year
6,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,355 miles
  • 2022 – 99,373 miles
  • 2021 – 90,819 miles
  • 2020 – 84,412 miles
  • 2019 – 78,879 miles
  • 2018 – 73,356 miles
  • 2017 – 68,269 miles
  • 2016 – 63,525 miles
  • 2015 – 56,460 miles
  • 2014 – 51,266 miles
  • 2013 – 47,014 miles
  • 2012 – 39,648 miles
  • 2011 – 33,727 miles
  • 2010 – 27,673 miles
  • 2009 – 21,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,355 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Both rear tyres getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,355 miles (+5,982)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,355 miles
    Test number
    868361423618
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass99,373 miles (+8,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,373 miles
    Test number
    275034824867
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass90,819 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,819 miles
    Test number
    806461504772
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail90,819 miles1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,819 miles
    Test number
    284462859509
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail90,809 miles (+6,397)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,809 miles
    Test number
    724664748873
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass84,412 miles (+5,533)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,412 miles
    Test number
    501235434902
    • AdvisoryBlow from center exhaust pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drop link boot split

  7. Pass78,879 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,879 miles
    Test number
    355574298088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre on the limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre on the limit

  8. Fail78,879 miles (+5,523)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,879 miles
    Test number
    453785610252
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre on the limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre on the limit

  9. Pass73,356 miles (+5,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    73,356 miles
    Test number
    123281128783
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge

  10. Pass68,269 miles (+4,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,269 miles
    Test number
    779229989066
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake binding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low

  11. Pass63,525 miles (+7,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    63,525 miles
    Test number
    576575060115
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low

  12. Pass56,460 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    56,460 miles
    Test number
    336899047658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,434 miles (+5,168)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,434 miles
    Test number
    937907628494
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • 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. Pass51,266 miles (+4,252)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,266 miles
    Test number
    536129314369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteE m l light on

  15. Pass47,014 miles (+7,366)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,014 miles
    Test number
    547779413379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteE M L light on

  16. Fail39,648 miles1 repaired8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,648 miles
    Test number
    486890712348
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOil level low

  17. Pass39,648 miles (+5,921)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,648 miles
    Test number
    709790212317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOil level low

  18. Pass33,727 miles (+6,054)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,727 miles
    Test number
    896835811313
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear inner brake pads look low

  19. Pass27,673 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    27,673 miles
    Test number
    930911120390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,580 miles (+6,256)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,580 miles
    Test number
    812846410336
    • FailureNearside Front 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)

  21. Pass21,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    21,324 miles
    Test number
    313176119327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 SZC

Does LB56 SZC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 SZC expired on 26 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 SZC?
The MOT on LB56 SZC expired on 26 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 SZC done?
LB56 SZC was recorded at 105,355 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2023, an average of 6,005 miles a year.
Has LB56 SZC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 SZC has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB56 SZC 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 LB56 SZC find?
LB56 SZC passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2023 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 6 more.

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