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DG16 UXK

2016 Seat Leon

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,280 mi
Last recorded122,280 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Seat Leon52,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG16 UXK
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 122,280 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension arms (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 122,242 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension arms (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 110,344 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 99,338 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 89,117 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 89,117 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 75,032 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 61,566 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 61,566 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 48,786 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 32,361 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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DG16 UXK is a 2016 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 52,668 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG16 UXK, 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 10 years old, this Seat Leon is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG16 UXK registered?

DG16 UXK is a 2016 Seat Leon, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is DG16 UXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG16 UXK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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