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SEAT Inca

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T638 JCLMOT history

T638 JCL is a white diesel SEAT Inca first used on 19 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026 and it has passed 13 of 26 MOT tests, with 127,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2026
Mileage
127,121 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2024
MOT tests
26
13 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T638 JCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Inca
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T638 JCL was last recorded at 127,121 miles on 9 Feb 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 May 2007: 65,373 miles, lower than 93,395 miles on 24 May 2006.

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
127,118 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,121 miles
  • 2012 – 120,089 miles
  • 2010 – 117,780 miles
  • 2009 – 112,693 miles
  • 2008 – 110,765 miles
  • 2007 – 65,378 miles
  • 2006 – 93,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator and bottom hose leaking, also hoses to water pump are stained Advise very early repair.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Advise early replacement. (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    993382518000
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator and bottom hose leaking, also hoses to water pump are stained Advise very early repair.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Advise early replacement. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    396382645541
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/65 R14 86T Firestone. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator and bottom hose leaking, also hoses to water pump are stained Advise very early repair.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Advise early replacement. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,121 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    127,121 miles
    Test number
    188464616606
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail127,118 miles1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,118 miles
    Test number
    380686809365
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure nsf and both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working front and rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    668464740870
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. FailMileage not read14 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    557475020425
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint Link rod broken (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Crossmember (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    373976009257
    • AdvisoryBrake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryInner rack ends worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. FailMileage not read5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    276942697448
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryInner rack ends worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    176043945164
    • DangerousOil leak
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. PassMileage not read1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    286993045143
    • DangerousOil leak

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    469730744118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    266967534402
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. PassMileage not read2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    676559213189
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. FailMileage not read9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    357297413102
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSpare wheel insecure (6.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass120,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    120,089 miles
    Test number
    969046122142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail120,089 miles (+2,309)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,089 miles
    Test number
    865386422190
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass117,780 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    117,780 miles
    Test number
    112281630219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail117,754 miles (+5,061)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,754 miles
    Test number
    423099420272
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass112,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    112,693 miles
    Test number
    213777459180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail112,693 miles (+1,928)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,693 miles
    Test number
    584577259172
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass110,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    110,765 miles
    Test number
    640348458132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail110,765 miles (+258)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,765 miles
    Test number
    280405858165
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  23. Fail110,507 miles (+45,129)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,507 miles
    Test number
    422265748154
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding on slightly

  24. Pass65,378 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    65,378 miles
    Test number
    144133147118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,373 miles (-28,022)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,373 miles
    Test number
    200231547109
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass93,395 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    93,395 miles
    Test number
    764004946190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T638 JCL

Does T638 JCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T638 JCL expired on 9 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T638 JCL?
The MOT on T638 JCL expired on 9 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T638 JCL done?
T638 JCL was recorded at 127,121 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2024, an average of 1,904 miles a year.
Has T638 JCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T638 JCL has failed 13 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T638 JCL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T638 JCL find?
T638 JCL passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2025 with 6 advisories: coolant leak radiator and bottom hose leaking, also hoses to water pump are stained advise very early repair.; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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