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DK03 CTU

2003 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

153,289 mi
Last recorded153,289 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 CTU
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 153,289 miles

Nearside Rear 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 28 Jan 2017 142,231 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 130,172 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 113,443 miles

front tyres showing wear

Pass 25 Jan 2014 85,454 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 68,693 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 62,730 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 57,063 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 57,063 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 51,608 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 51,608 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 50,243 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 50,243 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 44,991 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 34,274 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 29,928 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

all brake discs starting to rust

Pass 26 Apr 2006 29,928 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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DK03 CTU is a 2003 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 80,078 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 DK03 CTU, 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 23 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 DK03 CTU?

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What year was DK03 CTU registered?

DK03 CTU is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is DK03 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 CTU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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