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CV53 VBG

2003 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

151,998 mi
Last recorded151,998 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 VBG
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 151,998 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 148,655 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2016 144,227 miles

ems light on

mark in windscreen

under trays fitted

Fail 18 May 2016 144,227 miles

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

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

ems light on

mark in windscreen

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 139,729 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 135,315 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 135,315 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 113,839 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2011 101,472 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

bonnet catch stiff

number plate lights dim

rear indicators faded

Pass 23 Dec 2011 101,472 miles

bonnet catch stiff

number plate lights dim

rear indicators faded

Pass 22 Dec 2010 89,385 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 75,710 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 61,443 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 50,541 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 50,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 48,183 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 35,014 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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CV53 VBG is a 2003 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 80,078 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 CV53 VBG, 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 23 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 CV53 VBG registered?

CV53 VBG is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is CV53 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 VBG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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