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FSZ 7165

2008 Seat Leon Reference TDI

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,890 mi
Last recorded135,890 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSZ 7165
MakeSeat
ModelLeon Reference TDI
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Apr 2026 135,890 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2025 133,477 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 126,280 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 123,510 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 123,460 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 116,154 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 96,249 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 88,866 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 88,669 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 82,302 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Leon Reference TDI?

Based on 2,886 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
7,680
Miles/Year
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1
wheel bearing rough when rotated 1
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FSZ 7165 is a 2008 Seat Leon Reference TDI in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Seat Leon Reference TDI fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FSZ 7165, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FSZ 7165 registered?

FSZ 7165 is a 2008 Seat Leon Reference TDI, first registered on 28 February 2008.

Is FSZ 7165 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSZ 7165 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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