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AE57 NYY

2008 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,124 mi
Last recorded154,124 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 NYY
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 154,124 miles

front calipers slight binding

Pass 27 Feb 2017 148,972 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2017 148,972 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside brake lamp is dim

Pass 22 Feb 2016 141,966 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded.

Pass 23 Jan 2015 122,503 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 122,503 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 100,471 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust backbox corroded.

Front number plate cracked.

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 78,806 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2012 63,063 miles

Centre exhaust hanger corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front number plate cracked

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2011 45,718 miles

rear pads look low with wheel on

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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AE57 NYY is a 2008 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AE57 NYY, 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

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What year was AE57 NYY registered?

AE57 NYY is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is AE57 NYY safe to buy?

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