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FM57 VWF

2008 Seat Leon

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

96,255 mi
Last recorded96,255 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 VWF
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 96,255 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 96,253 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 90,930 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 90,930 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 86,608 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 86,608 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 81,992 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake has low readings requires adjustment/repair

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 76,566 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 72,873 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 72,098 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 72,098 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 67,451 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 67,451 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 61,871 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 56,947 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 56,947 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 51,099 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 51,099 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 43,371 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 43,371 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 35,192 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 35,192 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 26,265 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 26,265 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 20,639 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 16,371 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 16,371 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

engine oil low

fuel level low

objects in drivers view (removed at time of test)

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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FM57 VWF is a 2008 Seat Leon in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

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 FM57 VWF, 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.

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What year was FM57 VWF registered?

FM57 VWF is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is FM57 VWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 VWF shows 27 tests with a 59.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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