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DA08 FZN

2008 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

162,984 mi
Last recorded162,984 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 FZN
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 162,984 miles

Advise both rear shock absorbers leaking oil.

Advise centre exhaust mounting corroded away.

Pass 26 May 2018 158,034 miles

Advise both rear tyres getting close to wear limits.

Fail 26 May 2018 158,034 miles

Advise both rear tyres getting close to wear limits.

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 20 May 2017 153,210 miles

Advise rear tyres starting to crack in the centre of the tread pattern.

Pass 7 Jun 2016 141,594 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2015 127,820 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 115,615 miles

cracks in rear tyres tread pattern

Pass 31 May 2013 101,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 May 2013 101,990 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2012 89,604 miles

stone chips in screen

Pass 9 May 2012 88,386 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 64,139 miles

advise rear tyres have uneven wear to inside edges

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 FZN is a 2008 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FZN, 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 FZN registered?

DA08 FZN is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is DA08 FZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 FZN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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