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KS56 VPF

2006 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

101,957 mi
Last recorded101,957 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 VPF
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2026 101,957 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 99,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 99,661 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 94,165 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2023 94,163 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 90,016 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 90,003 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. spacesaver fitted (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted both linings seperated from pads (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 86,623 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 86,590 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 76,127 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 70,807 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 62,906 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 54,479 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 47,516 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 45,327 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 42,580 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2014 40,045 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 33,801 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 27,758 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 21,628 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 17,565 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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KS56 VPF is a 2006 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 KS56 VPF, 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 VPF registered?

KS56 VPF is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is KS56 VPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS56 VPF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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