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SEAT Leon

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

S12 LFRMOT history

S12 LFR is a blue diesel SEAT Leon first used on 29 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 147,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

S12 LFR blue SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
147,610 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 LFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 LFR was last recorded at 147,610 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 30,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Mar 2016: 92,252 miles, lower than 99,626 miles on 7 Mar 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
117,171 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
30,439 miles
Average per year
8,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,610 miles
  • 2025 – 117,171 miles
  • 2024 – 115,818 miles
  • 2023 – 113,321 miles
  • 2022 – 111,997 miles
  • 2021 – 110,293 miles
  • 2020 – 108,125 miles
  • 2019 – 106,592 miles
  • 2018 – 104,110 miles
  • 2017 – 102,419 miles
  • 2016 – 92,252 miles
  • 2015 – 77,187 miles
  • 2014 – 60,228 miles
  • 2013 – 46,773 miles
  • 2012 – 31,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,610 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,610 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    147,610 miles
    Test number
    641748054829
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  2. Fail147,610 miles (+30,439)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,610 miles
    Test number
    891365068956
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  3. Pass117,171 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,171 miles
    Test number
    783742845080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,818 miles (+2,497)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    115,818 miles
    Test number
    690258916714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,321 miles
    Test number
    294535976367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,321 miles (+1,324)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,321 miles
    Test number
    155115341204
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  7. Pass111,997 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,997 miles
    Test number
    417752763464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,293 miles
    Test number
    948311980559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,293 miles (+2,168)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,293 miles
    Test number
    949077384212
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass108,125 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    108,125 miles
    Test number
    724133524201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    106,592 miles
    Test number
    862482753124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail106,591 miles (+2,481)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,591 miles
    Test number
    156206905822
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass104,110 miles (+1,691)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    104,110 miles
    Test number
    888343669803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,419 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    102,419 miles
    Test number
    961929436764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,418 miles (+10,166)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,418 miles
    Test number
    236428403572
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  16. Pass92,252 miles (-7,374)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,252 miles
    Test number
    789359984646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass99,626 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    99,626 miles
    Test number
    559535674041
    • AdvisoryFull undercovers fitted
  18. Fail92,251 miles (+15,064)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,251 miles
    Test number
    344386313407
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFull undercovers fitted
  19. Pass77,187 miles (+16,959)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,187 miles
    Test number
    298880605446
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f wheel rim kerbed slight damage (okay)
  20. Pass60,228 miles (+13,455)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,228 miles
    Test number
    957344094074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,773 miles (+15,169)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,773 miles
    Test number
    745139613122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,604 miles
    Test number
    309097942179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S12 LFR

Does S12 LFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 LFR is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 LFR?
The MOT on S12 LFR is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 LFR done?
S12 LFR was recorded at 147,610 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 8,158 miles a year.
Has S12 LFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 LFR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 LFR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S12 LFR find?
S12 LFR passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both sides; under tray fitted.

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