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SEAT Leon

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

X787 CAXMOT history

X787 CAX is a silver diesel SEAT Leon first used on 19 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 185,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2023.

X787 CAX silver SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2024
Mileage
185,135 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X787 CAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X787 CAX was last recorded at 185,135 miles on 12 Jan 2023, 881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,254 miles · 7 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
881 miles
Average per year
7,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 185,135 miles
  • 2022 – 184,254 miles
  • 2021 – 181,329 miles
  • 2020 – 179,047 miles
  • 2019 – 175,709 miles
  • 2018 – 171,911 miles
  • 2017 – 168,254 miles
  • 2016 – 165,071 miles
  • 2015 – 161,832 miles
  • 2013 – 153,805 miles
  • 2012 – 139,886 miles
  • 2011 – 134,907 miles
  • 2010 – 131,751 miles
  • 2009 – 119,733 miles
  • 2007 – 93,552 miles
  • 2006 – 75,396 miles
  • 2005 – 58,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,135 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryDifferent profile tyres on front to rear axles

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    185,135 miles
    Test number
    306683359872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDifferent profile tyres on front to rear axles

  2. Fail185,135 miles (+881)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,135 miles
    Test number
    814316447693
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDifferent profile tyres on front to rear axles

  3. Pass184,254 miles (+2,925)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    184,254 miles
    Test number
    860577977798
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass181,329 miles (+2,282)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    181,329 miles
    Test number
    956462946447
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass179,047 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    179,047 miles
    Test number
    713505690273
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail179,042 miles (+3,333)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,042 miles
    Test number
    653871513964
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass175,709 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    175,709 miles
    Test number
    831412958478
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail175,704 miles (+3,793)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,704 miles
    Test number
    835859451600
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass171,911 miles (+44)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    171,911 miles
    Test number
    639651834182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded

  10. Fail171,867 miles (+3,613)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,867 miles
    Test number
    650604433081
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded

  11. Pass168,254 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    168,254 miles
    Test number
    805180321606
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front flexable section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition

  12. Fail168,249 miles (+3,178)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,249 miles
    Test number
    833836170014
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front flexable section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition

  13. Pass165,071 miles (+85)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    165,071 miles
    Test number
    140091675928
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail164,986 miles (+3,154)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,986 miles
    Test number
    447655711035
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass161,832 miles (+8,027)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    161,832 miles
    Test number
    575592025022
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteRear arch liners fitted not allowing full inspection

  16. Pass153,805 miles9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    153,805 miles
    Test number
    595449833305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  17. Fail153,805 miles (+8,279)1 failure2 repaired9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,805 miles
    Test number
    317768333397
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  18. Pass145,526 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    145,526 miles
    Test number
    166905613094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding
    • NoteRear brake imbalance

  19. Fail145,526 miles (+5,640)2 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,526 miles
    Test number
    176504513402
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding
    • NoteRear brake imbalance

  20. Pass139,886 miles (+4,979)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    139,886 miles
    Test number
    926387412068
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

  21. Pass134,907 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    134,907 miles
    Test number
    115091911482
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear wiper split

  22. Fail134,907 miles (+3,156)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,907 miles
    Test number
    435411311025
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear wiper split

  23. Pass131,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    131,751 miles
    Test number
    804136820046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail131,751 miles (+12,018)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,751 miles
    Test number
    992266020051
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass119,733 miles (+26,181)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    119,733 miles
    Test number
    804052809099
    • NoteGeneral exhaust corrossion
    • NoteSlight underbody and surface corrossion on suspension components

  26. Pass93,552 miles (+18,156)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    93,552 miles
    Test number
    830587837375
    • NoteFront shockers leaking

  27. Fail75,396 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,396 miles
    Test number
    421741866379
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass75,396 miles (+16,451)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    75,396 miles
    Test number
    500551566322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass58,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    58,945 miles
    Test number
    442205135468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X787 CAX

Does X787 CAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X787 CAX expired on 25 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X787 CAX?
The MOT on X787 CAX expired on 25 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X787 CAX done?
X787 CAX was recorded at 185,135 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2023, an average of 7,373 miles a year.
Has X787 CAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X787 CAX has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X787 CAX 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 X787 CAX find?
X787 CAX passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; different profile tyres on front to rear axles.

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