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DF12 VYL

2012 Seat Leon

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,947 mi
Last recorded56,947 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Leon75,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 VYL
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 56,947 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 51,958 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 46,496 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 46,448 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/5516 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 41,055 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 38,972 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 38,972 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2021 36,624 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 35,260 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 31,002 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 28,977 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 27,365 miles

n/s/f tyrew starting to crack on sidewall

n/s/r tyre cracking between treads

o/s/f tyre starting to crack on sidewall

o/s/r tyre cracking between treads

Fail 29 Aug 2017 27,365 miles

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

n/s/f tyrew starting to crack on sidewall

n/s/r tyre cracking between treads

o/s/f tyre starting to crack on sidewall

o/s/r tyre cracking between treads

Pass 22 Aug 2016 24,404 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 21,997 miles

brake linings to be checked all round.

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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DF12 VYL is a 2012 Seat Leon in White with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 75,642 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 DF12 VYL, 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 14 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 DF12 VYL registered?

DF12 VYL is a 2012 Seat Leon, first registered on 22 August 2012.

Is DF12 VYL safe to buy?

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