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GV56 AXH

2006 Seat Leon

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

159,695 mi
Last recorded159,695 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 AXH
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 159,695 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 1.6mm! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 154,783 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of track arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 154,783 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of track arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 145,788 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 May 2017 145,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 May 2016 138,460 miles

Engine cover fitted

Mid section exhaust hanger insecure

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

Rear Exhaust box deteriotated

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Underbody covers fitted

Undertray fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2015 127,637 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Spare tyre defective

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exaust heavily corroded & centre mounting braket corroded off

Pass 21 May 2014 119,843 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

engine covers

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 21 May 2014 119,843 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

engine covers

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 25 Apr 2014 119,782 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

center exhaust bracket broken

rear exhaust heavily deteriated

Pass 12 Apr 2013 111,418 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 96,651 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 81,446 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 81,446 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 69,497 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 63,180 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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GV56 AXH is a 2006 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2006 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,374 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV56 AXH, 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 20 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 GV56 AXH registered?

GV56 AXH is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is GV56 AXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV56 AXH shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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