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DY08 EVV

2008 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

51,848 mi
Last recorded51,848 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 EVV
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 51,848 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 50,483 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 48,511 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 46,813 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 44,845 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 42,954 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 41,297 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 38,060 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 34,637 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 31,541 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 27,475 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 21 Feb 2015 23,137 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 19,208 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

off side rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Feb 2013 16,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Mar 2012 13,590 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2012 13,590 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 10,324 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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DY08 EVV is a 2008 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DY08 EVV, 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 DY08 EVV registered?

DY08 EVV is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is DY08 EVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 EVV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY08 EVV have outstanding finance?

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