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FD08 TWV

2008 Seat Leon

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

182,815 mi
Last recorded182,815 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 TWV
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 182,815 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 182,796 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 177,764 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

undertrays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 21 Mar 2020 165,862 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 153,880 miles

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Exhaust sleeve broken at one end but still secure at time of test. (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Fail 27 Mar 2019 153,880 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire Above tail-box. (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Exhaust sleeve broken at one end but still secure at time of test. (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 3 Apr 2018 144,251 miles

n/s/f tyre is worn on edges

o/s/f tyre is void of tread on inner edge

slight bind on o/s/f brake

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Apr 2018 144,251 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/f tyre is worn on edges

o/s/f tyre is void of tread on inner edge

slight bind on o/s/f brake

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 135,097 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

coil spring corroded Both rears (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 126,613 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 117,879 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Mar 2014 108,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Unable to check various under body compoanats to due to plastic covers

Various body work damage

Fail 4 Mar 2014 108,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Unable to check various under body compoanats to due to plastic covers

Various body work damage

Pass 12 Mar 2013 98,233 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Unable to check various under body componants due to plastic covers

Pass 2 Apr 2012 84,937 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 84,762 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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FD08 TWV 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 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD08 TWV, 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 FD08 TWV registered?

FD08 TWV is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is FD08 TWV safe to buy?

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