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SEAT Leon

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LR08 DHVMOT history

LR08 DHV is a black diesel SEAT Leon first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2022.

LR08 DHV black SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2023
Mileage
119,574 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 DHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 DHV was last recorded at 119,574 miles on 3 Oct 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,574 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,574 miles
  • 2021 – 118,587 miles
  • 2020 – 116,059 miles
  • 2019 – 102,718 miles
  • 2018 – 90,779 miles
  • 2017 – 78,768 miles
  • 2016 – 66,132 miles
  • 2014 – 56,862 miles
  • 2013 – 31,603 miles
  • 2012 – 26,674 miles
  • 2011 – 18,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,574 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Overfilled engine oil, removed excess to carry out test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,574 miles
    Test number
    427497099126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail119,574 miles (+987)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,574 miles
    Test number
    640464452906
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass118,587 miles (+22)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    118,587 miles
    Test number
    431918664453
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOverfilled engine oil, removed excess to carry out test

  4. Fail118,565 miles (+2,506)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,565 miles
    Test number
    749525011897
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.5 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOverfilled engine oil, removed excess to carry out test

  5. Pass116,059 miles (+24)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,059 miles
    Test number
    796045186987
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail116,035 miles (+13,317)3 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,035 miles
    Test number
    430668633401
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass102,718 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,718 miles
    Test number
    470521946022
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads showing signs of heat
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from turbo/particulate filter joint

  8. Fail102,718 miles (+11,939)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,718 miles
    Test number
    815407556782
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement handbrake arm (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads showing signs of heat
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from turbo/particulate filter joint

  9. Pass90,779 miles (+12,011)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,779 miles
    Test number
    754868527581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,768 miles
    Test number
    164113924818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,768 miles (+12,636)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,768 miles
    Test number
    842741248589
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  12. Pass66,132 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,132 miles
    Test number
    347695278506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,944 miles (+9,082)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    65,944 miles
    Test number
    965354150578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,862 miles (+8,136)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,862 miles
    Test number
    437273924380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,726 miles (+17,123)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,726 miles
    Test number
    199546264413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,603 miles (+473)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,603 miles
    Test number
    955121473038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,130 miles (+4,456)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,130 miles
    Test number
    317761253001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,674 miles (+16)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,674 miles
    Test number
    706894052041
    • NoteRear tyre edges worn

  19. Fail26,658 miles (+8,025)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,658 miles
    Test number
    229412652014
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyre edges worn below limit

  20. Pass18,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,633 miles
    Test number
    847979041014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 DHV

Does LR08 DHV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 DHV expired on 2 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 DHV?
The MOT on LR08 DHV expired on 2 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 DHV done?
LR08 DHV was recorded at 119,574 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2022, an average of 8,685 miles a year.
Has LR08 DHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 DHV has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 DHV 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 DHV find?
LR08 DHV passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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