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BP62 SHV

2012 Seat Leon

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,020 mi
Last recorded82,020 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Seat Leon75,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP62 SHV
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 82,020 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 82,000 miles

Front Direction indicator not working both sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 73,816 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 73,816 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 58,965 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner Edge Badly Worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner Edge Badly Worn (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Nov 2017 58,965 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner Edge Badly Worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner Edge Badly Worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 36,408 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 27,279 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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BP62 SHV is a 2012 Seat Leon in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2012 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 75,642 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 BP62 SHV, 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 14 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 BP62 SHV registered?

BP62 SHV is a 2012 Seat Leon, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is BP62 SHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP62 SHV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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