AY09 WGD

2009 SEAT — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
SEAT
Year
2009
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1896 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
16 March 2027 (275 days away)
Last recorded mileage
29,234 mi

AI verdict AVOID 34/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2009 Seat has 21 MOT tests on record with a 67% pass rate and 29,234 miles. The vehicle's mileage trajectory is highly suspicious, showing a significant drop in usage after 2019.

The mileage trajectory is highly suspicious, showing a significant drop from 145,106 miles in May 2019 to 157,365 miles in Nov 2020, then a further drop to 159,530 miles in Dec 2021, indicating a major change in usage or potential fraud.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS brake failure recorded on 2022-12-01, a critical safety defect.
  • 5 test failures and 12 major defects across critical safety systems like brakes, suspension, and emissions.
  • Mileage dropped significantly from 145k miles in May 2019 to 157k miles in Nov 2020, then further to 159k miles in Dec 2021.
  • Recurring major failures in brakes, suspension, and emissions indicate systemic neglect or poor maintenance.

Working in its favour

  • Current MOT is valid until 2027-03-16, indicating it recently passed a test.
  • No evidence of outstanding finance (HPI check needed) is present in the provided data.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2022) suggests a generally safe vehicle design.
  • The vehicle has a consistent, albeit high, mileage history since its first MOT in 2019.

Mileage history

Mar 2012: 29,234 mi PASSMar 2013: 37,541 mi PASSMar 2014: 45,797 mi PASSJul 2014: 48,500 mi PASSMay 2016: 89,098 mi PASSJun 2017: 111,607 mi FAILJun 2017: 111,607 mi PASSMay 2018: 127,407 mi FAILMay 2018: 127,407 mi PASSMay 2019: 145,106 mi FAILMay 2019: 145,106 mi PASSNov 2020: 157,365 mi PASSDec 2021: 159,530 mi PASSDec 2022: 173,864 mi FAILDec 2022: 174,399 mi PASSJan 2024: 190,751 mi FAILFeb 2024: 191,064 mi PASSFeb 2025: 206,831 mi FAILFeb 2025: 206,832 mi PASSMar 2026: 218,013 mi FAILMar 2026: 218,016 mi PASS218k124k29kMar 2012Mar 2026

MOT test history — 14/21 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Mar 2012 PASS 29,234 mi None recorded
Mar 2013 PASS 37,541 mi None recorded
Mar 2014 PASS 45,797 mi
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Jul 2014 PASS 48,500 mi None recorded
May 2016 PASS 89,098 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
ADVISORY Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Jun 2017 FAIL 111,607 mi
ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test
PRS Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Jun 2017 PASS 111,607 mi
ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test
May 2018 FAIL 127,407 mi
FAIL Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Front wiper blades smearing the screen
May 2018 PASS 127,407 mi None recorded
May 2019 FAIL 145,106 mi
DANGEROUS Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
May 2019 PASS 145,106 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nov 2020 PASS 157,365 mi
ADVISORY Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY rear suspension components slightly corroded
Dec 2021 PASS 159,530 mi
ADVISORY Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MINOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Dec 2022 FAIL 173,864 mi
MAJOR Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MINOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight leak of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
MAJOR Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
MAJOR Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
Dec 2022 PASS 174,399 mi
ADVISORY starter solenoid intermittant fault,osr door central lock inop,underbody-units-suspension-backplates-exhaust-running gear rusting,oil spill-covers fitted
ADVISORY exhaust poor weld,front and rear brake bindy-even though new parts fitted
Jan 2024 FAIL 190,751 mi
MAJOR Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both patterns bulb fitmets wrong-aims need resetting for retest (4.1.2 (c))
MAJOR Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
MAJOR Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated investigate (5.1.3 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
ADVISORY rear reg plate,os reg light loose,water-soakedrear seats-interior,oil spill-covers fitted,suspension-subframe-brakes-back plates-running gear rusting
ADVISORY nsf suspension arm play,brake discs scored-pitting-noisy
Feb 2024 PASS 191,064 mi
ADVISORY ref vt doc
Feb 2025 FAIL 206,831 mi
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault investigate - reset (1.6 (b))
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Fuel pipe leaking alomg fl;oor - investigate (6.1.3 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
ADVISORY underbody-running gear-springs-suspension rusting,oil leak covers fitted,lower cover poor fixtures,osf shocker and rear shockers oily rusting,nsr tyre low inner tread
MAJOR Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
MAJOR Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Feb 2025 PASS 206,832 mi
ADVISORY underbody-running gear-springs-suspension rusting,oil leak covers fitted,lower cover poor fixtures,osf shocker and rear shockers oily rusting,nsr tyre low inner tread
Mar 2026 FAIL 218,013 mi
MAJOR Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Body has an unsafe modification light damaged-sharp edges exposed (6.2.1 (d) (i))
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
MAJOR Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
ADVISORY seats-interior mouldy disgusting needs full fabric valet,bodywork neglected,oil spills,nsf suspension arm bush poor,tracking,tyre treads uneven wear-nsr inner tread low,brakes-bearings noisy,brake discs rusting
ADVISORY rear brake pads uneven wear-underbody-subframe-arms-pipes-running gear rusting-needs attention
Mar 2026 PASS 218,016 mi
ADVISORY see vt30 document,ns reg light inop

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