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DG08 XEU

2008 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

165,014 mi
Last recorded165,014 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 XEU
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 165,014 miles

Offside Front coil spring upside down but not insecure

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both sides misshaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 165,011 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front coil spring upside down but not insecure

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both sides misshaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 158,051 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 151,783 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 140,979 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 129,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 121,721 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 114,027 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 107,761 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

o/s/f tyre has cut on outer side wall

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2014 98,291 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 88,803 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 77,670 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 59,444 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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DG08 XEU is a 2008 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DG08 XEU, 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 DG08 XEU registered?

DG08 XEU is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is DG08 XEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 XEU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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