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SEAT Leon

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

LM16 UTUMOT history

LM16 UTU is a white diesel SEAT Leon first used on 28 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 141,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LM16 UTU white SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
141,438 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 UTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
28 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 UTU was last recorded at 141,438 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 13,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,092 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
13,346 miles
Average per year
12,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,438 miles
  • 2025 – 128,092 miles
  • 2024 – 114,165 miles
  • 2023 – 102,628 miles
  • 2022 – 90,429 miles
  • 2021 – 77,489 miles
  • 2020 – 65,930 miles
  • 2019 – 44,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,438 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Covers and Shields fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake Fluid Low + Appears Contaminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Seatbelt Obstructed, Not Allowing to Fully Inspect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Covers + Shields Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 21 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,438 miles (+13,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    141,438 miles
    Test number
    438479359086
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass128,092 miles (+13,927)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    128,092 miles
    Test number
    396998507189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,165 miles (+11,537)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    114,165 miles
    Test number
    113130581223
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40R18 Both front tyres perishing + close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass102,628 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    102,628 miles
    Test number
    902252997751
    • AdvisoryBrake Fluid Low + Appears Contaminated
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seatbelt Obstructed, Not Allowing to Fully Inspect
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Fail102,616 miles (+12,187)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,616 miles
    Test number
    424088799203
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake Fluid Low + Appears Contaminated
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seatbelt Obstructed, Not Allowing to Fully Inspect
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass90,429 miles (+12,940)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,429 miles
    Test number
    258738674363
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seatbelt obstructed not allowing inspection
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass77,489 miles (+11,559)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,489 miles
    Test number
    561435419165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,930 miles (+20,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,930 miles
    Test number
    403716577705
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted
  9. Pass44,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,982 miles
    Test number
    679763356286
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFULL BRAKE CHECK

Questions about LM16 UTU

Does LM16 UTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 UTU is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 UTU?
The MOT on LM16 UTU is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 UTU done?
LM16 UTU was recorded at 141,438 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 12,811 miles a year.
Has LM16 UTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 UTU has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LM16 UTU 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 LM16 UTU find?
LM16 UTU passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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