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FM57 WKP

2008 Seat Leon

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,842 mi
Last recorded123,842 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 WKP
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 123,842 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 123,842 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2025 117,246 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 117,246 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 112,903 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 112,903 miles

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

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 103,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 23 Jun 2023 103,118 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 98,196 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 97,979 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 93,881 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 88,193 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 82,792 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 76,712 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 65,570 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 55,175 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 46,800 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 40,169 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 33,450 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 27,481 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 WKP is a 2008 Seat Leon in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FM57 WKP, 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 FM57 WKP registered?

FM57 WKP is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is FM57 WKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 WKP shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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