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AC08 GXG

2008 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,923 mi
Last recorded100,923 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GXG
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 100,923 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2024 100,923 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 84,607 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front an rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 82,031 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 79,575 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 77,499 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 74,930 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 72,366 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing thin on inner and outer edges > tracking needed (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 69,685 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays

Fail 5 Sep 2017 69,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays

Pass 14 Sep 2016 66,936 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

child seat

Pass 26 Sep 2015 60,759 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2014 49,307 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2013 37,125 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 27,247 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 18,802 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Leon?

Based on 3,000,659 MOT tests across 265,838 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,526
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
265,838
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,909
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25,884
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,706
Stop lamp not working 22,676
position lamp(s) not working 18,548
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AC08 GXG is a 2008 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 82,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Leon fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 GXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Leon typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Leon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AC08 GXG?

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What year was AC08 GXG registered?

AC08 GXG is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is AC08 GXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 GXG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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