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FM57 WLA

2008 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,712 mi
Last recorded122,712 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 WLA
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2023 122,712 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2022 118,037 miles

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

Service brake effieniency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 5 Apr 2021 113,702 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

service brake efficiency only just met.it would app[ear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 4 Apr 2020 110,902 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

service brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 29 Mar 2019 105,241 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect o/s n/s (5.3.2 (b))

service brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 24 Mar 2018 100,270 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 95,811 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s n/s inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 92,312 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 85,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 80,022 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 74,919 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 68,502 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 57,830 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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FM57 WLA is a 2008 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WLA, 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 WLA registered?

FM57 WLA is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is FM57 WLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 WLA shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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