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SEAT Leon

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LC53 YOFMOT history

LC53 YOF is a silver petrol SEAT Leon first used on 18 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 134,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2022.

LC53 YOF silver SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2023
Mileage
134,242 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,926 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 YOF
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
18 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 YOF was last recorded at 134,242 miles on 20 Aug 2022, 6,983 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,259 miles · 17 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
6,983 miles
Average per year
6,926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,242 miles
  • 2021 – 127,259 miles
  • 2020 – 118,670 miles
  • 2019 – 111,377 miles
  • 2018 – 104,876 miles
  • 2017 – 96,746 miles
  • 2016 – 92,730 miles
  • 2015 – 79,307 miles
  • 2014 – 70,490 miles
  • 2013 – 65,182 miles
  • 2012 – 61,306 miles
  • 2011 – 55,786 miles
  • 2010 – 50,126 miles
  • 2009 – 42,921 miles
  • 2008 – 36,069 miles
  • 2007 – 29,695 miles
  • 2006 – 24,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,242 miles
  • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Position lamp incorrect colour both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,242 miles (+6,983)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,242 miles
    Test number
    762171156288
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass127,259 miles (+16)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,259 miles
    Test number
    846809976265
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Fail127,243 miles (+8,573)5 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,243 miles
    Test number
    140290066448
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass118,670 miles (+7,293)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,670 miles
    Test number
    277200966049
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,377 miles (+6,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,377 miles
    Test number
    835516489805
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Pass104,876 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,876 miles
    Test number
    974439106438
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  7. Fail104,876 miles (+8,130)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,876 miles
    Test number
    428489977383
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Pass96,746 miles (+4,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    96,746 miles
    Test number
    361508153620
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass92,730 miles (+13,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,730 miles
    Test number
    242020090461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass79,307 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    79,307 miles
    Test number
    201512115172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in inner rack end

  11. Fail79,306 miles (+8,816)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,306 miles
    Test number
    330289741760
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in inner rack end

  12. Pass70,490 miles (+5,308)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,490 miles
    Test number
    576799104312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,182 miles (+3,876)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    435551383263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,306 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,306 miles
    Test number
    357089792253
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass61,306 miles (+5,520)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,306 miles
    Test number
    785939492239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,786 miles (+5,660)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,786 miles
    Test number
    959896201357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,126 miles (+7,205)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    50,126 miles
    Test number
    930169100320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear discs pitting

  18. Pass42,921 miles (+6,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,921 miles
    Test number
    624016419331
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass36,069 miles (+6,374)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    36,069 miles
    Test number
    860983328397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,695 miles (+5,034)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    29,695 miles
    Test number
    262549017369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,661 miles
    Test number
    252307996267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 YOF

Does LC53 YOF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 YOF expired on 19 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 YOF?
The MOT on LC53 YOF expired on 19 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 YOF done?
LC53 YOF was recorded at 134,242 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2022, an average of 6,926 miles a year.
Has LC53 YOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 YOF has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LC53 YOF 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 LC53 YOF find?
LC53 YOF passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2022 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: front position lamp incorrect colour; front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 3 more.

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