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KS63 KTE

2013 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

161,298 mi
Last recorded161,298 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Seat Leon69,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS63 KTE
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 161,298 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front axle Nearside weak (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 161,295 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front axle Nearside weak (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 157,412 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2024 157,411 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 147,312 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

undertray fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2022 113,195 miles

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 100,016 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 95,509 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

engine covers + under tray fitted

Fail 2 Jan 2019 95,509 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

engine covers + under tray fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2017 84,594 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 58,315 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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KS63 KTE is a 2013 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2013 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 69,525 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 KS63 KTE, 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 13 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 KS63 KTE?

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What year was KS63 KTE registered?

KS63 KTE is a 2013 Seat Leon, first registered on 18 December 2013.

Is KS63 KTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS63 KTE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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