BF05 DVU

2005 SEAT — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

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

Vehicle details

Make & model
SEAT
Year
2005
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1896 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 12 August 2020
Last recorded mileage
59,304 mi

AI verdict AVOID 56/100

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

This 2005 Seat has 17 MOT tests on record with a 76% pass rate and 59,304 miles. While it has a high mileage history, the lack of a current MOT and tax status renders it unroadworthy.

The vehicle shows high annual usage, averaging 16,373 miles per year, with consistent readings of 221,931 miles in Aug 2018 and 239,414 miles in Aug 2019.

Things to check

  • No valid MOT certificate since 2020-08-12, making it illegal to drive.
  • Vehicle is currently Untaxed, indicating no current tax payment.
  • High mileage (239,414 miles by Aug 2019) suggests significant wear and tear.
  • Multiple advisories for brakes, suspension, and tyres across 2008 and 2009 tests.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 4 historical failures
  • No recorded failures across 2 MOT tests, indicating no immediate safety concerns.
  • Consistent high mileage suggests regular use and maintenance, potentially extending component life.
  • Euro NCAP rating of 5/5 stars (2022) indicates a strong safety record for its age.

Mileage history

Mar 2008: 59,304 mi PASSFeb 2009: 72,046 mi PASSSep 2009: 77,400 mi FAILSep 2009: 77,400 mi PASSAug 2010: 91,096 mi PASSAug 2011: 105,207 mi PASSAug 2012: 120,743 mi PASSAug 2013: 137,258 mi PASSAug 2014: 153,571 mi FAILAug 2014: 153,571 mi PASSAug 2015: 170,229 mi FAILAug 2015: 170,289 mi PASSAug 2016: 187,307 mi PASSAug 2017: 204,109 mi FAILAug 2017: 204,109 mi PASSAug 2018: 221,931 mi PASSAug 2019: 239,414 mi PASS239k149k59kMar 2008Aug 2019

MOT test history — 13/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Mar 2008 PASS 59,304 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Feb 2009 PASS 72,046 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Sep 2009 FAIL 77,400 mi
FAIL Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Sep 2009 PASS 77,400 mi None recorded
Aug 2010 PASS 91,096 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
USER ENTERED n/s/r tyre wearing uneven
Aug 2011 PASS 105,207 mi None recorded
Aug 2012 PASS 120,743 mi
USER ENTERED air bag lamp on
Aug 2013 PASS 137,258 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
USER ENTERED Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Aug 2014 FAIL 153,571 mi
PRS Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Aug 2014 PASS 153,571 mi None recorded
Aug 2015 FAIL 170,229 mi
FAIL Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Aug 2015 PASS 170,289 mi None recorded
Aug 2016 PASS 187,307 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY both front tyres worn on inner edges
ADVISORY Offside hand brake arm on calliper not returning to stop when released, brake slightly sticking
Aug 2017 FAIL 204,109 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
FAIL Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' various (8.3.1d)
FAIL Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
Aug 2017 PASS 204,109 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' various (8.3.1d)
Aug 2018 PASS 221,931 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Aug 2019 PASS 239,414 mi
ADVISORY chips in windscreen
ADVISORY Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY hand brake lever travel
ADVISORY Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MINOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Outer axle bushes worn

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