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SEAT Altea

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

LR08 UWHMOT history

LR08 UWH is a grey petrol SEAT Altea first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2023.

LR08 UWH grey SEAT Altea – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2024
Mileage
127,633 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2023
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 UWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Altea
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 UWH was last recorded at 127,633 miles on 7 Mar 2023, 16,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,429 miles · 1 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
16,204 miles
Average per year
8,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,633 miles
  • 2022 – 111,429 miles
  • 2021 – 105,441 miles
  • 2019 – 92,605 miles
  • 2018 – 83,530 miles
  • 2017 – 77,154 miles
  • 2016 – 69,176 miles
  • 2015 – 61,879 miles
  • 2014 – 53,621 miles
  • 2013 – 45,199 miles
  • 2012 – 36,301 miles
  • 2011 – 28,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,633 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryEmission is struggling to reach pass position

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,633 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    127,633 miles
    Test number
    557560872388
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmission is struggling to reach pass position

  2. Fail127,633 miles (+16,204)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,633 miles
    Test number
    492572871939
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmission is struggling to reach pass position

  3. Pass111,429 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,429 miles
    Test number
    464459601384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail111,428 miles (+5,987)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,428 miles
    Test number
    342113678935
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass105,441 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,441 miles
    Test number
    837404522111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail105,440 miles (+12,835)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,440 miles
    Test number
    245859906680
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low bulb position wrong (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  7. Pass92,605 miles (+9,075)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,605 miles
    Test number
    969556901745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    83,530 miles
    Test number
    978530850205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog lamp deteriorated and broken

  9. Fail83,530 miles (+6,376)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,530 miles
    Test number
    447138565281
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog lamp deteriorated and broken

  10. Pass77,154 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,154 miles
    Test number
    885687755328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,152 miles (+7,976)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,152 miles
    Test number
    962968894919
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  12. Pass69,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,176 miles
    Test number
    131098079488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,176 miles (+80)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,176 miles
    Test number
    735772157561
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass69,096 miles (+7,217)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,096 miles
    Test number
    507873713302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,879 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,879 miles
    Test number
    125651145440
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass61,879 miles (+8,258)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,879 miles
    Test number
    476471545007
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass53,621 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,621 miles
    Test number
    478360654010
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has low air pressure

  18. Fail53,621 miles (+8,422)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,621 miles
    Test number
    129080154044
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has low air pressure

  19. Pass45,199 miles (+8,898)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,199 miles
    Test number
    476330553040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass36,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,301 miles
    Test number
    697966842029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,301 miles (+8,166)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,301 miles
    Test number
    819136142027
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass28,135 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,135 miles
    Test number
    259042451035
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR08 UWH

Does LR08 UWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 UWH expired on 6 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 UWH?
The MOT on LR08 UWH expired on 6 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 UWH done?
LR08 UWH was recorded at 127,633 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2023, an average of 8,265 miles a year.
Has LR08 UWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 UWH has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 UWH 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 UWH find?
LR08 UWH passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; emission is struggling to reach pass position.

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