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KS56 VPE

2006 Seat Leon

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

141,427 mi
Last recorded141,427 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 VPE
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2019 141,427 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 26 Dec 2019 141,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2018 137,774 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside front outer sill corroded/deteriorated

offside front suspension arm gaiter deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2017 132,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn uneven on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn uneven on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

nearside front outer sill deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2016 125,640 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perished and uneven tread wear

offside rear tyre perished and uneven tread wear

Fail 12 Dec 2016 125,640 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre perished and uneven tread wear

offside rear tyre perished and uneven tread wear

Pass 3 Dec 2015 114,084 miles

o/s/f brake disc scored on inner face

rear silencer corroded

to clean for emission reading

Fail 3 Dec 2015 114,084 miles

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

o/s/f brake disc scored on inner face

rear silencer corroded

to clean for emission reading

Pass 8 Dec 2014 102,708 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f brake disc worn on inner face

o/s/f tyre on 1.mm inner edge

rear silencer corroded

to clean for emission reading

Fail 8 Dec 2014 102,702 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f brake disc worn on inner face

o/s/f tyre on 1.mm inner edge

rear silencer corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2013 93,692 miles

225/45/17

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

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

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

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

rear silencer deteriorated

to clean for emission reading

Fail 15 Dec 2012 81,857 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 81,857 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 69,779 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 54,544 miles

front discs worn

Pass 14 Dec 2009 40,095 miles

Both rear tyres getting low.

Exhaust emission levels too low to register on EGA

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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KS56 VPE is a 2006 Seat Leon in Grey 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 KS56 VPE, 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 KS56 VPE registered?

KS56 VPE is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is KS56 VPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS56 VPE 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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