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BN59 WVE

2009 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,889 mi
Last recorded126,889 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Seat Leon79,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 WVE
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 126,889 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 123,093 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 May 2022 123,093 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 115,918 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 115,918 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 15 May 2020 108,698 miles
Fail 15 May 2020 108,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 97,713 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2019 97,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 92,447 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 88,677 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 80,854 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2016 80,854 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 73,826 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 73,825 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 61,936 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 54,314 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,941 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

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

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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BN59 WVE is a 2009 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 79,343 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 BN59 WVE, 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 17 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 BN59 WVE registered?

BN59 WVE is a 2009 Seat Leon, first registered on 16 November 2009.

Is BN59 WVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 WVE shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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