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SEAT Leon

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y208 DRRMOT history

Y208 DRR is a red petrol SEAT Leon first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 102,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2025.

Y208 DRR red SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2025
Mileage
102,572 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y208 DRR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y208 DRR was last recorded at 102,572 miles on 11 Oct 2025, 791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,781 miles · 23 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
791 miles
Average per year
3,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,572 miles
  • 2024 – 101,781 miles
  • 2023 – 100,242 miles
  • 2021 – 99,450 miles
  • 2020 – 98,268 miles
  • 2019 – 96,980 miles
  • 2018 – 95,380 miles
  • 2017 – 92,000 miles
  • 2016 – 88,696 miles
  • 2013 – 85,213 miles
  • 2011 – 83,463 miles
  • 2010 – 76,881 miles
  • 2009 – 69,345 miles
  • 2008 – 65,469 miles
  • 2006 – 49,307 miles
  • 2005 – 42,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,572 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • DangerousBrake light dash warning on
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected travel low (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
  • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) drumstick (2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced incorrect bulb (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSeat belt installation has tracking for securing seats and wheelchairs insecure no access (10.1 (q))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth sills damaged
  • AdvisoryMultiple loose items under bonnet
  • AdvisoryN/s body damaged
  • AdvisoryRadiator damaged

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,572 miles (+791)2 dangerous13 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,572 miles
    Test number
    966503500282
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousBrake light dash warning on
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected travel low (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) drumstick (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced incorrect bulb (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt installation has tracking for securing seats and wheelchairs insecure no access (10.1 (q))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills damaged
    • AdvisoryMultiple loose items under bonnet
    • AdvisoryN/s body damaged
    • AdvisoryRadiator damaged

  2. Pass101,781 miles (+1,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    101,781 miles
    Test number
    123957566745
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass100,242 miles (+792)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    100,242 miles
    Test number
    523695904009
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass99,450 miles (+1,182)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,450 miles
    Test number
    367749954785
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass98,268 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,268 miles
    Test number
    116191244885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,265 miles (+1,285)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,265 miles
    Test number
    343402581097
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  7. Pass96,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,980 miles
    Test number
    851524222786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,980 miles (+5)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,980 miles
    Test number
    935113463951
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  9. Fail96,975 miles (+1,595)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,975 miles
    Test number
    594902640009
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass95,380 miles (+3,380)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,380 miles
    Test number
    438301401686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,000 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,000 miles
    Test number
    261780619826
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail91,948 miles (+3,252)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,948 miles
    Test number
    640069558537
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass88,696 miles (+3,483)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,696 miles
    Test number
    661897673548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,213 miles (+1,750)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    85,213 miles
    Test number
    159252793043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass83,463 miles (+6,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    83,463 miles
    Test number
    337306631310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass76,881 miles (+7,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    76,881 miles
    Test number
    211851930329
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass69,345 miles (+3,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,345 miles
    Test number
    140671439339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass65,469 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,469 miles
    Test number
    361858168206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail65,464 miles (+16,157)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,464 miles
    Test number
    231786758267
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass49,307 miles (+7,097)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    49,307 miles
    Test number
    401059036419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    42,210 miles
    Test number
    130359135361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y208 DRR

Does Y208 DRR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y208 DRR expired on 22 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y208 DRR?
The MOT on Y208 DRR expired on 22 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y208 DRR done?
Y208 DRR was recorded at 102,572 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2025, an average of 3,041 miles a year.
Has Y208 DRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y208 DRR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y208 DRR 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 Y208 DRR find?
Y208 DRR failed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 13 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear stop lamp(s) all not working; brake light dash warning on; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier, and 18 more.

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