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SEAT Ibiza

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LM05 BBZMOT history

LM05 BBZ is a blue petrol SEAT Ibiza first used on 1 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 68,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

LM05 BBZ blue SEAT Ibiza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Ibiza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
68,824 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Ibiza
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BBZ was last recorded at 68,824 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 2,320 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Oct 2021: 58,104 miles, lower than 58,109 miles on 4 Oct 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
66,504 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,320 miles
Average per year
2,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,824 miles
  • 2024 – 66,504 miles
  • 2023 – 61,784 miles
  • 2022 – 59,411 miles
  • 2021 – 58,104 miles
  • 2020 – 56,977 miles
  • 2019 – 55,531 miles
  • 2018 – 53,855 miles
  • 2017 – 50,952 miles
  • 2016 – 48,708 miles
  • 2015 – 46,058 miles
  • 2014 – 43,451 miles
  • 2013 – 40,829 miles
  • 2012 – 33,816 miles
  • 2011 – 30,540 miles
  • 2010 – 26,514 miles
  • 2009 – 22,954 miles
  • 2008 – 20,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,824 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front wiper blades starting to smear screen. (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outer sills corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing/cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower suspension arms corroding. (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth front outer wings corroded and rotten.
  • AdvisoryBoth rear outer wheel arches corroding.
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroding.

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 front outer wings corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamp damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,824 miles (+2,320)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    68,824 miles
    Test number
    939038115780
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front wiper blades starting to smear screen. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outer sills corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing/cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower suspension arms corroding. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer wings corroded and rotten.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer wheel arches corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroding.

  2. Pass66,504 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    66,504 miles
    Test number
    531309960822
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower suspension arms corroding. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer wings corroded.

  3. Fail66,501 miles (+4,717)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,501 miles
    Test number
    373695606344
    • MajorBraking system leaking brake servo pipe split leaking air. (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both front aims too low. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade smearing screen. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded/inadequately repaired and damaged. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower suspension arms corroding. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer wings corroded.

  4. Pass61,784 miles (+2,373)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    323658588996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass59,411 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,411 miles
    Test number
    279525010586
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box (rear section) corroded. No leaks

  6. Fail59,374 miles (+1,270)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,374 miles
    Test number
    549394323293
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded, no major leaks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded / bushes slightly worn, perished

  7. Pass58,104 miles (-5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,104 miles
    Test number
    445162030128
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamp damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail58,109 miles (+1,132)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,109 miles
    Test number
    254946638052
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamp damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass56,977 miles (+1,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,977 miles
    Test number
    628901617394
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass55,531 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    55,531 miles
    Test number
    329581623153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,855 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,855 miles
    Test number
    294676381321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,771 miles (+2,819)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,771 miles
    Test number
    769699882314
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch section lightly corroded.

  13. Pass50,952 miles (+2,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,952 miles
    Test number
    607815890194
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion hole in nearside sill outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside sill

  14. Pass48,708 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,708 miles
    Test number
    334752021616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,058 miles (+2,607)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,058 miles
    Test number
    247015315262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion on both sills

  16. Pass43,451 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    43,451 miles
    Test number
    798086414261
    • NoteCorrosion on nearside sill

  17. Fail43,451 miles (+2,622)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,451 miles
    Test number
    325596614481
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion on nearside sill

  18. Pass40,829 miles (+7,013)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,829 miles
    Test number
    319861723433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,816 miles (+3,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,816 miles
    Test number
    377139112446
    • 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)

  20. Pass30,540 miles (+4,026)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,540 miles
    Test number
    648504211261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,514 miles (+3,560)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,514 miles
    Test number
    100716710227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,954 miles (+2,742)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    22,954 miles
    Test number
    651256719295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    20,212 miles
    Test number
    870354218277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 BBZ

Does LM05 BBZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 BBZ expired on 14 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BBZ?
The MOT on LM05 BBZ expired on 14 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 BBZ done?
LM05 BBZ was recorded at 68,824 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 2,826 miles a year.
Has LM05 BBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BBZ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LM05 BBZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Oct 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM05 BBZ find?
LM05 BBZ passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective both front wiper blades starting to smear screen.; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outer sills corroding.; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 7 more.

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