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DE54 GXL

2004 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

54,693 mi
Last recorded54,693 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Seat Leon84,244 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 GXL
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 54,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 54,190 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 53,708 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 52,698 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 51,756 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 51,269 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 50,544 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 49,219 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 47,012 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 47,012 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 44,263 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 38,090 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 34,798 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 30,187 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 26,976 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 24,148 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 24,148 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 20,560 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 17,035 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 11,981 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 7,375 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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DE54 GXL is a 2004 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 84,244 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 DE54 GXL, 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 22 years old, this Seat Leon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DE54 GXL?

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What year was DE54 GXL registered?

DE54 GXL is a 2004 Seat Leon, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is DE54 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE54 GXL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE54 GXL have outstanding finance?

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