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BD08 JXJ

2008 Seat Leon

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,063 mi
Last recorded167,063 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 JXJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2022 167,063 miles

Body has damage all round

Brake repair covered in underseal (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting repair covered in underseal (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Pass 17 May 2021 158,015 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2021 157,987 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords [Inner sidewall] (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre preasure light on.

Pass 15 May 2020 149,611 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2020 149,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 143,259 miles

Under Tray fitted, Wet Weather

Pass 18 Apr 2018 137,998 miles

Nearside Front tyre distorted

Pass 8 May 2017 130,208 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2017 130,199 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 116,983 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 116,983 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 102,243 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 88,167 miles

Offside rear tyre slightly out of shape.

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 75,218 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 60,876 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

emissions to clean to read

rear plate cracked but readable

Pass 12 Apr 2011 42,476 miles

zero emissions recorded

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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BD08 JXJ is a 2008 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BD08 JXJ, 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 BD08 JXJ registered?

BD08 JXJ is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BD08 JXJ safe to buy?

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