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DX51 FDV

2001 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,685 mi
Last recorded124,685 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Seat Leon87,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 FDV
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2013 124,685 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 118,200 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 21 Sep 2012 118,200 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 27 Sep 2011 111,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear discs pitted

rear brakes slightly binding

Fail 27 Sep 2011 111,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear discs pitted

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 20 Sep 2010 104,413 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 95,729 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 86,196 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 76,116 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 66,324 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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DX51 FDV is a 2001 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 87,915 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 DX51 FDV, 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 25 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 DX51 FDV?

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What year was DX51 FDV registered?

DX51 FDV is a 2001 Seat Leon, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is DX51 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 FDV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX51 FDV have outstanding finance?

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