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BD02 VYO

2002 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

71,742 mi
Last recorded71,742 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Seat Leon82,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 VYO
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 71,742 miles

EML REMAINS ON

FRONT EXHAUST BRACKET BROKEN

Fail 26 Jan 2016 71,742 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

EML REMAINS ON

FRONT EXHAUST BRACKET BROKEN

Pass 11 Dec 2014 66,450 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 66,441 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 61,437 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 55,952 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 49,907 miles

engine warning light on

rear discs corroded

Fail 13 Jan 2012 49,907 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

engine warning light on

rear discs corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2011 46,230 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light on

Pass 11 Jan 2011 46,230 miles

engine management light on

Pass 4 Dec 2009 44,506 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 40,803 miles

front tyres wearing on edges (195/65/15)

slight corrosion on OSR brake disc

Pass 17 Aug 2007 34,605 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 34,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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BD02 VYO is a 2002 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 82,308 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 BD02 VYO, 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 24 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 BD02 VYO registered?

BD02 VYO is a 2002 Seat Leon, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is BD02 VYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 VYO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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