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BK08 EFT

2008 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

122,565 mi
Last recorded122,565 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 EFT
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 122,565 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S & O/S WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 114,709 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 105,797 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 96,820 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 92,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2019 92,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 84,385 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 74,961 miles

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

Nearside front alloy damaged along the rim

Pass 24 Nov 2016 62,832 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 56,880 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 51,959 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 43,808 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 43,349 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 31,524 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 25,738 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 19,703 miles

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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BK08 EFT is a 2008 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BK08 EFT, 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 BK08 EFT registered?

BK08 EFT is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is BK08 EFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 EFT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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