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EX51 XZG

2001 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

168,443 mi
Last recorded168,443 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Seat Leon87,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 XZG
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2013 168,443 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 168,442 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

engine managment light on

Pass 21 Nov 2012 153,135 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 136,534 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 136,534 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front & rear brake discs getting weak

Pass 18 Nov 2010 117,936 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 107,891 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 90,557 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 68,184 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 43,754 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 28,530 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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EX51 XZG is a 2001 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EX51 XZG, 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

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What year was EX51 XZG registered?

EX51 XZG is a 2001 Seat Leon, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is EX51 XZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 XZG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 XZG have outstanding finance?

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