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CE08 NXL

2008 Seat Leon

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

127,639 mi
Last recorded127,639 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 NXL
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 127,639 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 123,595 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 115,206 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 105,983 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 97,139 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 93,268 miles

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

underside signs off corrosion

Pass 8 Jan 2021 91,350 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 89,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 11 Jan 2020 89,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 80,168 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 80,157 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible after market HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible after market HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 73,601 miles

General rear axle corrosion

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Underside covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2017 65,934 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 29 Feb 2016 61,429 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 46,979 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 46,978 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 43,324 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 38,305 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 33,062 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Feb 2011 25,621 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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CE08 NXL is a 2008 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CE08 NXL, 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.

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What year was CE08 NXL registered?

CE08 NXL is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is CE08 NXL safe to buy?

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