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AE53 PXJ

2003 Seat Leon

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,982 mi
Last recorded99,982 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 PXJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 99,982 miles

front tyres getting low

rear wiper worn away

Fail 6 Dec 2017 99,982 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine light on

front tyres getting low

rear wiper worn away

Pass 30 Nov 2016 96,853 miles

Bonnet lock faulty

Fail 30 Nov 2016 96,852 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Bonnet lock faulty

Pass 18 Nov 2015 93,590 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine warning light illuminated

Fail 18 Nov 2015 93,590 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake discs poor condition

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

engine warning light illuminated

front brake discs poor condition

Pass 4 Dec 2014 91,395 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 91,395 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 89,197 miles

Rear reg plate slight damage

Fail 9 Dec 2013 89,196 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front exhaust slight emission leak

Rear reg plate slight damage

Pass 12 Dec 2012 86,880 miles

both front track rod end boots perrished

front exhaust section damaged and blowing slightly

n/s/f bumper trim loose

Pass 5 Aug 2011 80,697 miles

front wipers slightly smeary

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 14 Oct 2010 75,753 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake discs poor

rear number plate poor

Pass 12 Oct 2009 64,535 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Oct 2009 64,535 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Oct 2008 52,532 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 40,383 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 30,171 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AE53 PXJ is a 2003 Seat Leon in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 80,078 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE53 PXJ, 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 23 years old, this Seat Leon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 PXJ registered?

AE53 PXJ is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is AE53 PXJ safe to buy?

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