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SEAT Leon

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y213 FTAMOT history

Y213 FTA is a silver petrol SEAT Leon first used on 25 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 171,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

Y213 FTA silver SEAT Leon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a SEAT Leon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2026
Mileage
171,887 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y213 FTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Leon
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y213 FTA was last recorded at 171,887 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 1,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,446 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,441 miles
Average per year
7,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,887 miles
  • 2025 – 170,446 miles
  • 2024 – 169,252 miles
  • 2023 – 167,905 miles
  • 2022 – 165,907 miles
  • 2021 – 160,474 miles
  • 2020 – 154,537 miles
  • 2019 – 146,537 miles
  • 2018 – 137,777 miles
  • 2017 – 129,344 miles
  • 2016 – 118,978 miles
  • 2015 – 110,854 miles
  • 2014 – 103,851 miles
  • 2013 – 93,821 miles
  • 2012 – 83,668 miles
  • 2011 – 74,397 miles
  • 2010 – 64,526 miles
  • 2009 – 53,643 miles
  • 2008 – 43,329 miles
  • 2007 – 33,073 miles
  • 2006 – 22,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail171,887 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Numerous (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Numerous (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Numerous all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail171,887 miles (+1,441)5 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,887 miles
    Test number
    405919902421
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Numerous (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Numerous (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Numerous all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass170,446 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    170,446 miles
    Test number
    378745627746
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail170,442 miles (+1,190)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,442 miles
    Test number
    376119726099
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass169,252 miles (+1,347)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    169,252 miles
    Test number
    431425771484
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass167,905 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    167,905 miles
    Test number
    530315281608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,902 miles (+1,995)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,902 miles
    Test number
    704823985114
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass165,907 miles (+5,433)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    165,907 miles
    Test number
    605525184219
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass160,474 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    160,474 miles
    Test number
    149086848367
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail160,468 miles (+5,931)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,468 miles
    Test number
    213104225945
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass154,537 miles (+8,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    154,537 miles
    Test number
    219804858520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass146,537 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    146,537 miles
    Test number
    668008056991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail146,534 miles (+8,757)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,534 miles
    Test number
    235479415637
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass137,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    137,777 miles
    Test number
    480214506707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail137,777 miles (+8,433)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,777 miles
    Test number
    559389721278
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  15. Pass129,344 miles (+10,366)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    129,344 miles
    Test number
    329669403534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass118,978 miles (+8,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    118,978 miles
    Test number
    576597798517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass110,854 miles (+7,003)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,854 miles
    Test number
    829415085035
    • 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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

  18. Fail103,851 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,851 miles
    Test number
    525643494015
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  19. Pass103,851 miles (+10,030)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,851 miles
    Test number
    527413494043
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  20. Pass93,821 miles (+10,153)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,821 miles
    Test number
    985792293004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake servo pipe perished
    • NoteEngine light on!

  21. Pass83,668 miles (+9,271)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    83,668 miles
    Test number
    868708982037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass74,397 miles (+9,871)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    74,397 miles
    Test number
    466536671048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBrake servo pipe perishing
    • NoteDrivers side wing mirror damaged but secure

  23. Pass64,526 miles (+10,883)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,526 miles
    Test number
    670156780062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,643 miles
    Test number
    892466799002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,643 miles (+10,314)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,643 miles
    Test number
    671823799004
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass43,329 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,329 miles
    Test number
    442095598075
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail43,329 miles (+10,256)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,329 miles
    Test number
    920345198054
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass33,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,073 miles
    Test number
    183539987027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail33,073 miles (+10,477)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,073 miles
    Test number
    670609487090
    • Repaired at testOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  30. Pass22,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,596 miles
    Test number
    934954096056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y213 FTA

Does Y213 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y213 FTA expired on 5 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y213 FTA?
The MOT on Y213 FTA expired on 5 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y213 FTA done?
Y213 FTA was recorded at 171,887 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 7,473 miles a year.
Has Y213 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y213 FTA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y213 FTA 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 Y213 FTA find?
Y213 FTA failed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 5 major defects and 15 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 17 more.

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