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SEAT Leon

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LX53 LUFMOT history

LX53 LUF is a blue petrol SEAT Leon first used on 31 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 120,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

LX53 LUF blue SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
120,496 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,755 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 LUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 LUF was last recorded at 120,496 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 11,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,765 miles · 10 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
11,731 miles
Average per year
5,755 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,496 miles
  • 2024 – 108,765 miles
  • 2023 – 98,725 miles
  • 2022 – 92,964 miles
  • 2021 – 85,356 miles
  • 2020 – 81,714 miles
  • 2019 – 77,655 miles
  • 2018 – 71,902 miles
  • 2017 – 65,963 miles
  • 2016 – 57,893 miles
  • 2015 – 53,612 miles
  • 2014 – 49,945 miles
  • 2013 – 44,089 miles
  • 2012 – 37,370 miles
  • 2011 – 31,205 miles
  • 2010 – 25,499 miles
  • 2009 – 21,464 miles
  • 2008 – 18,379 miles
  • 2007 – 13,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,496 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust system
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,496 miles (+11,731)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    120,496 miles
    Test number
    657250613076
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust system
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,765 miles (+10,040)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    108,765 miles
    Test number
    806547561839
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,725 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,725 miles
    Test number
    300548967914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail98,654 miles (+5,690)2 dangerous5 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,654 miles
    Test number
    265007547963
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass92,964 miles (+7,608)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,964 miles
    Test number
    334125240688
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass85,356 miles (+3,642)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    85,356 miles
    Test number
    537135762788
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass81,714 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    81,714 miles
    Test number
    862596509455
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail81,714 miles (+4,059)1 dangerous1 repaired4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,714 miles
    Test number
    663378094396
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass77,655 miles (+5,753)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,655 miles
    Test number
    773298331874
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass71,902 miles (+5,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,902 miles
    Test number
    994544357950
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass65,963 miles (+8,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,963 miles
    Test number
    442183514413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass57,893 miles (+4,281)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    57,893 miles
    Test number
    144295783287
    • AdvisoryFront Leak on washer pipe under front scuttle - washers work sufficiently
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres wearing close to wear indicators and starting to age deteriorate. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Badly age deteriorated and starting to wear low. (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass53,612 miles (+3,667)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,612 miles
    Test number
    369230435029
    • NoteFront exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated and cracked

  14. Pass49,945 miles (+5,856)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,945 miles
    Test number
    637326434028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,089 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,089 miles
    Test number
    207719923020
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAuxillary belt noisy

  16. Pass44,089 miles (+6,719)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,089 miles
    Test number
    525669123069
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAuxillary belt noisy

  17. Pass37,370 miles (+6,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,370 miles
    Test number
    595498522003
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass31,205 miles (+5,706)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    31,205 miles
    Test number
    396371231001
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass25,499 miles (+1,532)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    25,499 miles
    Test number
    781716720175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,967 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,967 miles
    Test number
    183263920024
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePower steering pipe damp

  21. Pass23,967 miles (+2,503)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,967 miles
    Test number
    560473420041
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePower steering pipe damp

  22. Pass21,464 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,464 miles
    Test number
    983816829048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,379 miles (+4,663)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,379 miles
    Test number
    634961638035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass13,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    13,716 miles
    Test number
    140589227402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 LUF

Does LX53 LUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 LUF expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 LUF?
The MOT on LX53 LUF expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 LUF done?
LX53 LUF was recorded at 120,496 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 5,755 miles a year.
Has LX53 LUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 LUF has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LX53 LUF 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 LX53 LUF find?
LX53 LUF passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 5 advisories: corrosion on exhaust system; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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