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GN53 FSJ

2003 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

55,536 mi
Last recorded55,536 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 FSJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 55,536 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked slightly (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated slightly (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 53,559 miles

Nearside side mirror cracked

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Aug 2017 53,559 miles

Nearside side mirror cracked

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 52,018 miles

Nearside door mirror creaked

Fail 22 Aug 2016 52,018 miles

Nearside door mirror creaked

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Aug 2015 50,499 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 50,499 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 48,777 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 17 Aug 2013 45,585 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 42,205 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 39,521 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 35,898 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 35,898 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 27,571 miles

both front tyres woren inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres outer wall cracked

Fail 17 Aug 2009 27,540 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres woren inner edge

both rear tyres outer wall cracked

Pass 23 Aug 2008 22,353 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 19,962 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 18,354 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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GN53 FSJ is a 2003 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 80,078 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 GN53 FSJ, 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 23 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 GN53 FSJ?

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What year was GN53 FSJ registered?

GN53 FSJ is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is GN53 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 FSJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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