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SEAT Leon

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LM55 BMUMOT history

LM55 BMU is a red diesel SEAT Leon first used on 3 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 191,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2023.

LM55 BMU red SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2024
Mileage
191,675 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM55 BMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM55 BMU was last recorded at 191,675 miles on 13 Apr 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,674 miles · 7 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 191,675 miles
  • 2022 – 188,641 miles
  • 2021 – 184,723 miles
  • 2020 – 182,267 miles
  • 2019 – 176,616 miles
  • 2018 – 167,967 miles
  • 2017 – 159,218 miles
  • 2016 – 155,202 miles
  • 2014 – 134,629 miles
  • 2013 – 118,266 miles
  • 2012 – 95,106 miles
  • 2011 – 70,118 miles
  • 2010 – 49,332 miles
  • 2009 – 25,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,675 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip stone (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked/damaged (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear back box outer skin corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEngine manegment light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Suspension parts getting very rusty in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Water

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,675 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    191,675 miles
    Test number
    330070914555
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip stone (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked/damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine manegment light on

  2. Fail191,674 miles (+3,033)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,674 miles
    Test number
    263192405396
    • MajorFuel system component leaking engine bay aera (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip stone (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked/damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine manegment light on

  3. Pass188,641 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    188,641 miles
    Test number
    491545588300
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts getting very rusty in places

  4. Fail188,641 miles (+3,918)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,641 miles
    Test number
    539182996174
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts getting very rusty in places

  5. Pass184,723 miles (+2,456)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    184,723 miles
    Test number
    566517115430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box very rusty
    • AdvisorySuspension parts getting rusty in places

  6. Pass182,267 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    182,267 miles
    Test number
    957966272582
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail182,267 miles (+5,651)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,267 miles
    Test number
    241252267195
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass176,616 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    176,616 miles
    Test number
    636846238462
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Water (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail176,616 miles (+8,649)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,616 miles
    Test number
    485662344204
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Sat nav holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Water (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass167,967 miles (+8,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    167,967 miles
    Test number
    193530753594
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST BOX RUSTY

  11. Pass159,218 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    159,218 miles
    Test number
    458018638869
    • AdvisoryN/S/R TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST RUSTY

  12. Fail159,218 miles (+4,016)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,218 miles
    Test number
    884944427163
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST RUSTY

  13. Pass155,202 miles (+20,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    155,202 miles
    Test number
    770609301638
    • AdvisoryFRONT DISC RUSTY
    • AdvisoryREAR DISCS SLIGHTLY RUSTY

  14. Pass134,629 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    134,629 miles
    Test number
    246870514360
    • Note1/ FRONT BRAKE DISCS GETTING RUSTY ON INSIDE

  15. Fail134,629 miles (+16,363)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,629 miles
    Test number
    395290714369
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Note1/ FRONT BRAKE DISCS GETTING RUSTY ON INSIDE

  16. Pass118,266 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    118,266 miles
    Test number
    625155713351
    • Note1/ FRONT BRAKE DISCS GETTING RUSTY

  17. Fail118,266 miles (+23,160)2 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,266 miles
    Test number
    735895213315
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Note1/ FRONT BRAKE DISCS GETTING RUSTY

  18. Pass95,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,106 miles
    Test number
    785489992182
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail95,106 miles (+24,988)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,106 miles
    Test number
    876199992163
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass70,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,118 miles
    Test number
    476157431125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,118 miles (+3,606)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,118 miles
    Test number
    689676631158
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass66,512 miles (+17,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    237565011031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass49,332 miles (+24,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,332 miles
    Test number
    332596910064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass25,201 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,201 miles
    Test number
    704062419061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,020 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,020 miles
    Test number
    832637109098
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about LM55 BMU

Does LM55 BMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM55 BMU expired on 12 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM55 BMU?
The MOT on LM55 BMU expired on 12 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM55 BMU done?
LM55 BMU was recorded at 191,675 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2023, an average of 11,686 miles a year.
Has LM55 BMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM55 BMU has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LM55 BMU 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 LM55 BMU find?
LM55 BMU passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip stone; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 5 more.

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