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SEAT Altea

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

LS57 TWMMOT history

LS57 TWM is a grey petrol SEAT Altea first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 168,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2023.

LS57 TWM grey SEAT Altea – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2024
Mileage
168,732 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 TWM
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
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS57 TWM was last recorded at 168,732 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,727 miles · 12 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
11,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 168,732 miles
  • 2022 – 157,260 miles
  • 2021 – 145,472 miles
  • 2020 – 144,121 miles
  • 2019 – 130,548 miles
  • 2018 – 113,937 miles
  • 2017 – 96,578 miles
  • 2016 – 80,690 miles
  • 2015 – 63,310 miles
  • 2014 – 45,303 miles
  • 2013 – 32,410 miles
  • 2012 – 26,106 miles
  • 2011 – 22,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,732 miles
  • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,732 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    168,732 miles
    Test number
    591947008379
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail168,727 miles (+11,467)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,727 miles
    Test number
    132170271239
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass157,260 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    157,260 miles
    Test number
    503279184519
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail157,256 miles (+11,784)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,256 miles
    Test number
    460546939114
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,472 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    145,472 miles
    Test number
    982863075598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail145,470 miles (+1,349)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,470 miles
    Test number
    921228654074
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass144,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    144,121 miles
    Test number
    410881658373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail144,121 miles (+13,573)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,121 miles
    Test number
    509646451439
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section broken (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass130,548 miles (+16,611)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,548 miles
    Test number
    819883378953
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slight leaking

  10. Pass113,937 miles (+17,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    113,937 miles
    Test number
    898661732213
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers damp
    • AdvisoryWear on drivers seat belt

  11. Pass96,578 miles (+15,888)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    96,578 miles
    Test number
    280277021043
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear brake discs, pads getting low on nearside,
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn, pads getting low,
    • AdvisoryWear on drivers seat belt.

  12. Pass80,690 miles (+17,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    80,690 miles
    Test number
    611639610746
    • AdvisoryFront Brake Discs are wearing on their inner faces.
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres are approaching low.

  13. Pass63,310 miles (+18,007)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,310 miles
    Test number
    579639536630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,303 miles (+12,893)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,303 miles
    Test number
    385435094207
    • NoteAll Brake Discs are worn.
    • NoteRecently all the Brake Pads have been replaced. they have been fitted without the use of copper lubricant so may seize/bind in the future.

  15. Pass32,410 miles (+2,704)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,410 miles
    Test number
    385124023352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,706 miles (+3,600)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,706 miles
    Test number
    485080413021
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perished and cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and cracking at base of tread

  17. Pass26,106 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    26,106 miles
    Test number
    977390012046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,061 miles
    Test number
    799668801084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS57 TWM

Does LS57 TWM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS57 TWM expired on 21 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS57 TWM?
The MOT on LS57 TWM expired on 21 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS57 TWM done?
LS57 TWM was recorded at 168,732 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 11,947 miles a year.
Has LS57 TWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 TWM has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LS57 TWM 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 LS57 TWM find?
LS57 TWM passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 3 advisories: driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge.

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