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BN04 YLK

2004 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

106,265 mi
Last recorded106,265 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Seat Leon84,244 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 YLK
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 106,265 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 106,263 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 93,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak engine ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Oct 2016 93,152 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak engine ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2015 82,576 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 82,576 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 81,359 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 79,342 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 79,342 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 76,907 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 19 Apr 2013 76,907 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 75,058 miles

n/s/r lamp unit cracked

play in hand brake pivot

Pass 15 Apr 2011 73,503 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

centre exhaust mounting seperated from exhaust but exhaust still adequately supported

Pass 2 Apr 2010 72,479 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 71,331 miles

n/s/f tyre 2mm

o/s/f tyre 3mm

Fail 1 Apr 2009 71,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

front brake discs rusty and worn

n/s/f tyre 2mm

n/s/r brake sticking

n/s/r hand brake arm not returning to its stop

o/s/f tyre 3mm

Pass 15 Apr 2008 70,093 miles

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

front brake discs worn and rusty

n/s/f tyre 3mm

Fail 14 Apr 2008 70,093 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front brake discs worn and rusty

n/s/f tyre 3mm

n/s/r brake caliper hand brake arm is not returning to its stop

Pass 5 Mar 2007 68,435 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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BN04 YLK is a 2004 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2004 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 84,244 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 BN04 YLK, 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 22 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 BN04 YLK registered?

BN04 YLK is a 2004 Seat Leon, first registered on 23 March 2004.

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The MOT history for BN04 YLK shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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