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SEAT Alhambra

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LE57 MLZMOT history

LE57 MLZ is a silver diesel SEAT Alhambra first used on 1 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 218,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2024
Mileage
218,510 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
13,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 MLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Alhambra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 MLZ was last recorded at 218,510 miles on 14 Jul 2023, 21,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,201 miles · 2 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
21,309 miles
Average per year
13,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 218,510 miles
  • 2022 – 197,201 miles
  • 2021 – 176,345 miles
  • 2020 – 164,925 miles
  • 2019 – 146,700 miles
  • 2018 – 132,739 miles
  • 2017 – 118,217 miles
  • 2016 – 105,307 miles
  • 2015 – 92,428 miles
  • 2014 – 80,199 miles
  • 2013 – 69,331 miles
  • 2012 – 58,132 miles
  • 2011 – 43,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,510 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,510 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    218,510 miles
    Test number
    639403234604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail218,510 miles (+21,309)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,510 miles
    Test number
    339678884024
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass197,201 miles (+20,856)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    197,201 miles
    Test number
    517787550164
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass176,345 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    176,345 miles
    Test number
    308787655461
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail176,345 miles (+8,208)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,345 miles
    Test number
    249159876993
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail168,137 miles (+3,212)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,137 miles
    Test number
    263772266397
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass164,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    164,925 miles
    Test number
    541657842679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail164,925 miles (+1,442)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,925 miles
    Test number
    942000394113
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass163,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    163,483 miles
    Test number
    107137272066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail163,483 miles (+16,783)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,483 miles
    Test number
    331817644876
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass146,700 miles (+13,961)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    146,700 miles
    Test number
    766357416395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    132,739 miles
    Test number
    490404032921
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail132,739 miles (+14,522)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,739 miles
    Test number
    292542648833
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass118,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    118,217 miles
    Test number
    858082169702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail118,217 miles (+12,910)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,217 miles
    Test number
    263092464464
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass105,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    105,307 miles
    Test number
    839516594231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,307 miles (+12,879)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,307 miles
    Test number
    875438294899
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass92,428 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    92,428 miles
    Test number
    155442815087
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail92,428 miles (+12,229)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,428 miles
    Test number
    545682415019
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass80,199 miles (+10,868)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,199 miles
    Test number
    169410534016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass69,331 miles (+11,199)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,331 miles
    Test number
    629941423013
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has cut to sidewall ( no chord showing ).

  22. Pass58,132 miles (+14,415)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,132 miles
    Test number
    187237002466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,717 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,717 miles
    Test number
    998467911011
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LE57 MLZ

Does LE57 MLZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 MLZ expired on 14 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 MLZ?
The MOT on LE57 MLZ expired on 14 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 MLZ done?
LE57 MLZ was recorded at 218,510 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2023, an average of 13,998 miles a year.
Has LE57 MLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 MLZ has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LE57 MLZ 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 LE57 MLZ find?
LE57 MLZ passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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