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DS08 CTE

2008 Seat Leon

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,368 mi
Last recorded92,368 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 CTE
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 92,368 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 91,618 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 91,618 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 90,645 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 86,574 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 81,513 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 76,562 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 70,216 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 70,216 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 63,647 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 57,976 miles

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

n/s wiper insecure

Pass 16 Jun 2014 55,500 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 47,355 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 36,636 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 24,938 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside mirror slightly loose

Fail 3 Jun 2011 24,938 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside mirror slightly loose

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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DS08 CTE is a 2008 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DS08 CTE, 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 DS08 CTE registered?

DS08 CTE is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is DS08 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 CTE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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