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BN56 PLF

2006 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,329 mi
Last recorded142,329 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 PLF
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 142,329 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on center and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 127,910 miles

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

rear silencer deterating

Pass 2 Dec 2017 116,229 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 106,930 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 15 Dec 2015 99,528 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 99,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front discs worn

rear exhaust box detiriorated

Fail 11 Sep 2014 90,074 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 90,074 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 81,851 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 76,856 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 71,867 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 63,513 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 63,513 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 47,107 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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BN56 PLF is a 2006 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BN56 PLF, 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 BN56 PLF registered?

BN56 PLF is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is BN56 PLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 PLF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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