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KV53 OCW

2003 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

103,769 mi
Last recorded103,769 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 OCW
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 103,769 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 103,450 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust system corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav holder ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 91,515 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

all suspension component corroded slightly

Pass 14 Oct 2020 88,340 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2020 88,340 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2019 84,977 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 78,252 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2018 78,252 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 69,009 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 65,636 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2015 62,057 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 62,057 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 58,030 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 54,214 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 54,214 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 50,747 miles

exhaust corroded

front brake discs corroded

Pass 12 May 2011 47,903 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 45,774 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 May 2010 45,774 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 42,620 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 39,704 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 37,198 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 36,078 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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KV53 OCW is a 2003 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 80,078 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 KV53 OCW, 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 23 years old, this Seat Leon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV53 OCW registered?

KV53 OCW is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is KV53 OCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 OCW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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