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SEAT Altea

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LC05 JLUMOT history

LC05 JLU is a blue diesel SEAT Altea first used on 13 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 198,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2025.

LC05 JLU blue SEAT Altea – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Altea, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2026
Mileage
198,897 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 JLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Altea
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 JLU was last recorded at 198,897 miles on 21 Feb 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,893 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
10,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,897 miles
  • 2023 – 171,516 miles
  • 2022 – 160,455 miles
  • 2021 – 152,311 miles
  • 2020 – 147,613 miles
  • 2019 – 134,185 miles
  • 2018 – 120,496 miles
  • 2017 – 109,193 miles
  • 2016 – 98,519 miles
  • 2015 – 84,966 miles
  • 2014 – 72,535 miles
  • 2013 – 57,843 miles
  • 2012 – 54,020 miles
  • 2011 – 48,437 miles
  • 2010 – 41,207 miles
  • 2009 – 33,072 miles
  • 2008 – 26,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,897 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,897 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    198,897 miles
    Test number
    584227812681
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail198,893 miles (+27,377)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,893 miles
    Test number
    727243066960
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass171,516 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    171,516 miles
    Test number
    440157492178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail171,512 miles (+11,057)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,512 miles
    Test number
    711520325686
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside inspection limited due to plastic covers.

  5. Pass160,455 miles (+8,144)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    160,455 miles
    Test number
    124648739864
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,311 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    152,311 miles
    Test number
    809556642784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass147,613 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,613 miles
    Test number
    936358828064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail147,611 miles (+13,426)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,611 miles
    Test number
    925101129024
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass134,185 miles (+13,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    134,185 miles
    Test number
    865194321902
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake imbalance n/s rear

  10. Pass120,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    120,496 miles
    Test number
    751116281512
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  11. Fail120,496 miles (+11,303)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,496 miles
    Test number
    337043984094
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/s getting low (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Pass109,193 miles (+149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,193 miles
    Test number
    388316395495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail109,044 miles (+10,525)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,044 miles
    Test number
    706631253485
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass98,519 miles (+13,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,519 miles
    Test number
    370199710043
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering

  15. Pass84,966 miles (+12,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    84,966 miles
    Test number
    147822955016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass72,535 miles (+14,692)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,535 miles
    Test number
    659590754093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass57,843 miles (+3,823)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,843 miles
    Test number
    979451953066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,020 miles (+5,583)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,020 miles
    Test number
    729570072032
    • NoteNo emission reading

  19. Pass48,437 miles (+7,230)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,437 miles
    Test number
    439901271048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,207 miles (+8,135)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,207 miles
    Test number
    392299270047
    • NoteRear brake disc,s have heat fractures

  21. Pass33,072 miles (+6,188)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,072 miles
    Test number
    362583179071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,884 miles
    Test number
    300646988022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC05 JLU

Does LC05 JLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC05 JLU expired on 20 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC05 JLU?
The MOT on LC05 JLU expired on 20 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC05 JLU done?
LC05 JLU was recorded at 198,897 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2025, an average of 10,173 miles a year.
Has LC05 JLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 JLU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LC05 JLU 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 LC05 JLU find?
LC05 JLU passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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