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FL58 HXJ

2008 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,580 mi
Last recorded27,580 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 HXJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 27,580 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 27,264 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 26,781 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 26,781 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 25,926 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 25,111 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 24,580 miles

Both rear tyres stepping on inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2019 24,278 miles

Offside rear tyre distorting

Pass 4 Sep 2018 22,288 miles

Both rear tyres starting to distort

Pass 7 Sep 2017 21,623 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 21,623 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 20,574 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Sep 2015 18,558 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 17,206 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 14,390 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 12,787 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 9,989 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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FL58 HXJ is a 2008 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FL58 HXJ, 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

How do I check the history of FL58 HXJ?

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What year was FL58 HXJ registered?

FL58 HXJ is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is FL58 HXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 HXJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL58 HXJ have outstanding finance?

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