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BD56 LJF

2006 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,126 mi
Last recorded131,126 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 LJF
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 131,126 miles

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Fail 6 Nov 2021 131,001 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch holed sharp edges (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached bottom mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front tyres 225/45 zr17 94w (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2020 124,040 miles

exhaust silencer corroded

front wheel arch corroded

handbrake travel on limits

Pass 14 May 2019 113,559 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2018 104,416 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 94,555 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 87,046 miles

Both front Tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 12 Apr 2016 87,046 miles

Both front Tyre wearing inner edge

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 80,344 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 73,069 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2012 61,053 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Nov 2011 46,952 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 42,885 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 36,467 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 36,467 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BD56 LJF is a 2006 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,374 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 BD56 LJF, 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 20 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 BD56 LJF registered?

BD56 LJF is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 4 December 2006.

Is BD56 LJF safe to buy?

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