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SEAT Leon

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LF52 WDDMOT history

LF52 WDD is a red petrol SEAT Leon first used on 24 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 174,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

LF52 WDD red SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
174,996 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 WDD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 WDD was last recorded at 174,996 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,945 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
6,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,996 miles
  • 2025 – 174,945 miles
  • 2024 – 174,438 miles
  • 2023 – 169,935 miles
  • 2022 – 164,708 miles
  • 2021 – 153,719 miles
  • 2020 – 151,102 miles
  • 2019 – 148,226 miles
  • 2018 – 145,619 miles
  • 2017 – 141,196 miles
  • 2016 – 136,727 miles
  • 2015 – 131,605 miles
  • 2014 – 126,865 miles
  • 2013 – 119,120 miles
  • 2012 – 103,795 miles
  • 2011 – 88,105 miles
  • 2010 – 68,632 miles
  • 2009 – 60,857 miles
  • 2008 – 55,920 miles
  • 2007 – 48,262 miles
  • 2006 – 32,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,996 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,996 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    174,996 miles
    Test number
    279525816245
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail174,996 miles (+51)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,996 miles
    Test number
    983423521896
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass174,945 miles (+507)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    174,945 miles
    Test number
    406240321879
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass174,438 miles (+1)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    174,438 miles
    Test number
    609291537972
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail174,437 miles (+4,502)2 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,437 miles
    Test number
    761533734739
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass169,935 miles (+5,227)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    169,935 miles
    Test number
    707916267771
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass164,708 miles (+10,989)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    164,708 miles
    Test number
    974554971030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass153,719 miles (+163)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    153,719 miles
    Test number
    450560283881
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail153,556 miles (+2,454)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,556 miles
    Test number
    827515612236
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass151,102 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    151,102 miles
    Test number
    568798812314
    • AdvisoryNearside nearside front inner rearmost bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  11. Fail151,102 miles (+2,876)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,102 miles
    Test number
    580808822823
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside nearside front inner rearmost bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth inner c/v boots leaking past clips
    • AdvisoryCoolant leat thermostate housing

  12. Pass148,226 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    148,226 miles
    Test number
    540233869246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f topmount slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  13. Fail148,223 miles (+2,604)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,223 miles
    Test number
    191044845574
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f topmount slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  14. Pass145,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,619 miles
    Test number
    600790370800
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Fail145,619 miles (+4,423)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,619 miles
    Test number
    667711037851
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass141,196 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    141,196 miles
    Test number
    672515629999
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Fail141,196 miles (+4,469)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,196 miles
    Test number
    133790244339
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour cluster damaged (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light cluster damaged (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass136,727 miles (+5,122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    136,727 miles
    Test number
    116125376394
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail131,605 miles6 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,605 miles
    Test number
    275418985454
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perrished

  20. Pass131,605 miles (+4,740)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    131,605 miles
    Test number
    457028685160
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perrished

  21. Pass126,865 miles (+7,745)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    126,865 miles
    Test number
    167004484167
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre ON Limit
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre Worn on Inner Edge

  22. Pass119,120 miles (+15,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    119,120 miles
    Test number
    976133273104
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass103,795 miles (+15,690)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    103,795 miles
    Test number
    238532182411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBonnet latch stiff
    • NoteN/s/f tyre mishapen
    • NoteN/s/r tyre mishapen

  24. Pass88,105 miles (+19,473)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    88,105 miles
    Test number
    899869271140
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads worn

  25. Pass68,632 miles (+94)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,632 miles
    Test number
    922736180158
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted on inner surfaces.

  26. Fail68,538 miles (+7,681)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,538 miles
    Test number
    210132380479
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted on inner surfaces.

  27. Pass60,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,857 miles
    Test number
    491017889186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,857 miles (+4,937)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,857 miles
    Test number
    154537389153
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass55,920 miles (+7,658)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,920 miles
    Test number
    643816688187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass48,262 miles (+15,691)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,262 miles
    Test number
    950973587182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass32,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,571 miles
    Test number
    552600126016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail32,571 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,571 miles
    Test number
    120393416056
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about LF52 WDD

Does LF52 WDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 WDD is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 WDD?
The MOT on LF52 WDD is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 WDD done?
LF52 WDD was recorded at 174,996 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 6,897 miles a year.
Has LF52 WDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 WDD has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 WDD 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 LF52 WDD find?
LF52 WDD passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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