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DE56 OPT

2006 Seat Leon

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,350 mi
Last recorded157,350 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 OPT
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 157,350 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 157,350 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 146,413 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 142,991 miles

Offside Front seatbelt is slightly frayed

Rear exhaust heatshild is loose

Fail 2 Jan 2020 142,991 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front seatbelt is slightly frayed

Rear exhaust heatshild is loose

Pass 3 Jan 2019 130,407 miles

Offside Front brake is slightly binding

Fail 3 Jan 2019 130,397 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake is slightly binding

Pass 7 Dec 2017 115,252 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 99,755 miles

Exhaust rear silencer slight corrosion

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

Nearside Front Tyre has slight cut to sidewall but not showing ply or cords

Rear Both tyres slight perished and stepped on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2015 97,514 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 97,485 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 95,612 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 87,940 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust back box deteriated outer skin

Pass 23 Nov 2012 81,188 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust back box outer skin deteriated

exhaust centre pipe mount deteriated/corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2011 71,840 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 62,270 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 52,934 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 51,418 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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DE56 OPT is a 2006 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,374 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 DE56 OPT, 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 20 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 DE56 OPT registered?

DE56 OPT is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 14 November 2006.

Is DE56 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 OPT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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