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GY06 XGA

2006 Seat Leon

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

126,193 mi
Last recorded126,193 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY06 XGA
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2019 126,193 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 126,185 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 115,538 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 115,538 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 115,453 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 92,295 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 83,786 miles

Advise, engine management warning light on.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2015 83,786 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Advise, engine management warning light on.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2014 77,125 miles

Advise, Engine warning light on.

Advise, N/s front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jan 2014 77,125 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advise, Engine warning light on.

Advise, N/s front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2013 69,255 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 61,796 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 56,102 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 55,788 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2010 43,132 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 36,553 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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GY06 XGA 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 62.5%.

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 GY06 XGA, 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

How do I check the history of GY06 XGA?

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What year was GY06 XGA registered?

GY06 XGA is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is GY06 XGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY06 XGA shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY06 XGA have outstanding finance?

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