The road tax status for VA53 LEJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VA53 LEJ?

The MOT for VA53 LEJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of VA53 LEJ?

The recorded mileage for VA53 LEJ is 225,689 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VA53 LEJ ULEZ compliant?

No, VA53 LEJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2004 SEAT Leon 1.9L Diesel · VA53 LEJ

VA53 LEJ

2004 SEAT Leon (1.9L, diesel). First registered 30/01/2004. Recorded mileage 225,689 miles. MOT valid until 07/04/2027.

Make & Model: SEAT LEON
Year / Origin: 2004 · Worcester
MOT Status: Valid until 07/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 225,689 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 225,689 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 1896cc

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VA53 LEJ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
225,689 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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VA53 LEJ Mileage History

22/03/2024213,721 mi
02/04/2025219,288 mi+5,567 mi
09/04/2025219,302 mi+14 mi
01/04/2026225,674 mi+6,372 mi
08/04/2026225,689 mi+15 mi

Average of roughly 5,851 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VA53 LEJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 09:17

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Seat Leon (VA53 LEJ) between March 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Steering (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingre”.

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