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SEAT Leon

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LV12 YYRMOT history

LV12 YYR is a black diesel SEAT Leon first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 146,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

LV12 YYR black SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
146,189 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LV12 YYR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LV12 YYR was last recorded at 146,189 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,178 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
11,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,189 miles
  • 2024 – 137,928 miles
  • 2023 – 124,252 miles
  • 2022 – 106,870 miles
  • 2021 – 95,545 miles
  • 2020 – 79,428 miles
  • 2019 – 63,463 miles
  • 2018 – 53,116 miles
  • 2017 – 46,515 miles
  • 2016 – 35,467 miles
  • 2015 – 22,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,189 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Daytime running lamp not working
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Chip in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,189 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    146,189 miles
    Test number
    238725328880
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Daytime running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,178 miles (+8,250)2 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,178 miles
    Test number
    152140140187
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass137,928 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    137,928 miles
    Test number
    637963244080
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail137,928 miles (+13,676)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,928 miles
    Test number
    943098609147
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass124,252 miles (+17,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    124,252 miles
    Test number
    259678348444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass106,870 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    106,870 miles
    Test number
    179082920239
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail106,870 miles (+11,325)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,870 miles
    Test number
    366246345892
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass95,545 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,545 miles
    Test number
    542277093610
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES LOW (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail95,545 miles (+16,117)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,545 miles
    Test number
    957386241528
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose ONE (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES LOW (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass79,428 miles (+15,965)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,428 miles
    Test number
    431999773703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,463 miles (+10,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,463 miles
    Test number
    819734622402
    • AdvisoryBad wiring connection on boot (lights)

  12. Pass53,116 miles (+6,601)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    53,116 miles
    Test number
    436181364316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,515 miles (+11,048)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,515 miles
    Test number
    751313477620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,467 miles (+12,966)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,467 miles
    Test number
    831508948899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,501 miles
    Test number
    288304695403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LV12 YYR

Does LV12 YYR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LV12 YYR is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LV12 YYR?
The MOT on LV12 YYR is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LV12 YYR done?
LV12 YYR was recorded at 146,189 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 11,668 miles a year.
Has LV12 YYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LV12 YYR has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LV12 YYR 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 LV12 YYR find?
LV12 YYR passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4 mm, and 5 more.

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