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SEAT Leon

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LR08 DHUMOT history

LR08 DHU is a grey diesel SEAT Leon first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 150,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LR08 DHU grey SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
150,176 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 DHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 DHU was last recorded at 150,176 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,176 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,176 miles
  • 2025 – 139,711 miles
  • 2024 – 130,730 miles
  • 2023 – 121,400 miles
  • 2022 – 111,370 miles
  • 2021 – 101,110 miles
  • 2020 – 91,937 miles
  • 2019 – 80,695 miles
  • 2018 – 63,507 miles
  • 2017 – 62,784 miles
  • 2016 – 61,915 miles
  • 2015 – 54,578 miles
  • 2014 – 46,138 miles
  • 2013 – 42,020 miles
  • 2012 – 38,779 miles
  • 2011 – 29,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,176 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    150,176 miles
    Test number
    758188924875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail150,176 miles (+10,465)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,176 miles
    Test number
    314420429614
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass139,711 miles (+8,981)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    139,711 miles
    Test number
    771674540119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass130,730 miles (+9,330)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    130,730 miles
    Test number
    804008357791
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass121,400 miles (+90)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,400 miles
    Test number
    394422241711
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Fail121,310 miles (+9,940)1 dangerous5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,310 miles
    Test number
    686531330522
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sunstrip fitted (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EGR area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass111,370 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,370 miles
    Test number
    934315173592
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test magic trees hanging from mirror
    • AdvisoryFront bumper very close to being insecure
    • AdvisoryPossible abs fault
    • AdvisoryService brake becoming close to excess travel
  8. Fail111,370 miles (+10,260)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,370 miles
    Test number
    477033204615
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test magic trees hanging from mirror
    • AdvisoryFront bumper very close to being insecure
    • AdvisoryPossible abs fault
    • AdvisoryService brake becoming close to excess travel
  9. Pass101,110 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,110 miles
    Test number
    612117288169
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Fail101,110 miles (+9,173)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,110 miles
    Test number
    291372585392
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass91,937 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,937 miles
    Test number
    426147794194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,935 miles (+11,240)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,935 miles
    Test number
    832772704307
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  13. Pass80,695 miles (+17,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,695 miles
    Test number
    491571649712
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heat-shield slightly loose
  14. Pass63,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,507 miles
    Test number
    117067257044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,507 miles (+114)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,507 miles
    Test number
    531188978217
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure exhaust clamp insicure (6.1.2 (a))
  16. Pass63,393 miles (+609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,393 miles
    Test number
    749179706501
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear evidence of excess heat and brake pads crumbling
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust bracket almost detached with corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp snapped with corrosion
  17. Pass62,784 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,784 miles
    Test number
    554202705671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,915 miles (+7,337)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,915 miles
    Test number
    439904542899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  19. Pass54,578 miles (+8,440)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,578 miles
    Test number
    458246665053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,138 miles (+4,118)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    46,138 miles
    Test number
    339877954034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,020 miles (+3,241)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    776786763005
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  22. Pass38,779 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,779 miles
    Test number
    275735262078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,540 miles
    Test number
    199832461081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 DHU

Does LR08 DHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 DHU is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 DHU?
The MOT on LR08 DHU is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 DHU done?
LR08 DHU was recorded at 150,176 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 7,736 miles a year.
Has LR08 DHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 DHU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 DHU 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 LR08 DHU find?
LR08 DHU passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all components.

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