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DA08 FYY

2008 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,282 mi
Last recorded130,282 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 FYY
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 130,282 miles

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2020 118,902 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 113,609 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 109,181 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 105,284 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 105,198 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 May 2016 99,865 miles

Nearside Rear tyre punctured

Fail 5 May 2016 99,863 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tyre punctured

Pass 20 May 2015 93,152 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs inner surface corroded and pitted

Pass 8 May 2014 79,658 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 79,658 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2013 71,523 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 59,692 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear brake pads low

Pass 14 May 2011 43,911 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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DA08 FYY is a 2008 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DA08 FYY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA08 FYY registered?

DA08 FYY is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is DA08 FYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 FYY 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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