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GN51 BWK

2001 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

223,314 mi
Last recorded223,314 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Seat Leon87,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 BWK
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 223,314 miles

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

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

Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened Front both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 210,193 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 201,903 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 201,903 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

bonnet dont open for inspection

Pass 22 Nov 2019 196,864 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 186,108 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

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

Fail 23 Oct 2018 186,108 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 176,047 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 15 Sep 2017 176,047 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 162,954 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 151,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2015 151,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 133,903 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 117,881 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 108,720 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 104,132 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 99,936 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 93,614 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 93,466 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Child Seats fitted nearside rear and offiside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belts.

Forward underbody protection covers fitted preventing full inspection.

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

Nearside front wiper colliding with body.

Pass 29 Nov 2007 84,315 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 73,375 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 63,367 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GN51 BWK is a 2001 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 87,915 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 GN51 BWK, 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 25 years old, this Seat Leon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN51 BWK?

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What year was GN51 BWK registered?

GN51 BWK is a 2001 Seat Leon, first registered on 10 November 2001.

Is GN51 BWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 BWK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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