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KU56 DXB

2006 Seat Leon

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

167,596 mi
Last recorded167,596 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 DXB
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 167,596 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 147,894 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 132,631 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 132,631 miles

Headlamp aim too high both adjusted ok (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 124,871 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front brake discs corroded

oil leak /fluid leak under tray damp

under tray fitted & engine cover fitted [obscured view]

Pass 4 Oct 2014 107,184 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake discs corroded

Fail 4 Oct 2014 107,184 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2013 91,927 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Fail 4 Oct 2013 91,927 miles

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

Front brake discs lipped

o/s/f tyre 1.6mm

Pass 12 Oct 2012 74,867 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 56,791 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Front brakes worn

Pass 17 Aug 2010 46,200 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 35,309 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 35,309 miles

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

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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KU56 DXB is a 2006 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KU56 DXB, 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 KU56 DXB registered?

KU56 DXB is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is KU56 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 DXB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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