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AV62 JHZ

2012 Seat Leon

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

212,910 mi
Last recorded212,910 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Seat Leon75,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 JHZ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 212,910 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 204,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 195,302 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 195,291 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 183,398 miles

TPS Light on

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 27 Sep 2021 183,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

TPS Light on

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2020 170,211 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2019 157,278 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 145,279 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 135,056 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 117,273 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 86,365 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 86,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AV62 JHZ is a 2012 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 75,642 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 AV62 JHZ, 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 14 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 AV62 JHZ registered?

AV62 JHZ is a 2012 Seat Leon, first registered on 20 October 2012.

Is AV62 JHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 JHZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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