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FD55 FNM

2005 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,090 mi
Last recorded119,090 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Seat Leon83,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 FNM
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 119,090 miles

all tyres wearing low-o/s/f flexi hose deteriorated-x2 front anti roll bar link boots deteriorated

Fail 20 Jul 2017 119,090 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

all tyres wearing low-o/s/f flexi hose deteriorated-x2 front anti roll bar link boots deteriorated

Pass 20 Jul 2016 110,000 miles

front brake pads worn low- under tray cover insecure - n/s/f tyre on limit

rear pads worn low - second hand coil spring fitted to rear

Fail 18 Jul 2016 110,000 miles

Front constant velocity joint is insecure n/s/f cv boot (2.5.C.1b)

Front constant velocity joint is insecure o/s/f cv boot (2.5.C.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

coil spring broken n/s/r (2.4.C.1a)

coil spring broken o/s/r (2.4.C.1a)

front brake pads worn low- under tray cover insecure - n/s/f tyre on limit

rear pads worn low

Pass 24 Jun 2015 101,310 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2015 101,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 94,471 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 86,296 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 77,527 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 70,440 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 60,499 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 44,663 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 44,663 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FD55 FNM is a 2005 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 83,701 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 FD55 FNM, 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 21 years old, this Seat Leon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD55 FNM registered?

FD55 FNM is a 2005 Seat Leon, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is FD55 FNM safe to buy?

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