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LM55 BKJ

2006 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

136,674 mi
Last recorded136,674 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 BKJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 136,674 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 112,932 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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 93,794 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 91,335 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 91,332 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 91,147 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2019 81,775 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

tps light on

Fail 3 Dec 2019 81,775 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

tps light on

Pass 6 Nov 2018 72,288 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

T.P.M.S indicates a fault

Fail 6 Nov 2018 72,288 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

T.P.M.S indicates a fault

Pass 18 Sep 2017 66,739 miles

both rear tyres going out of shape

front brake discs corroded and worn badly

Fail 18 Sep 2017 66,739 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres going out of shape

front brake discs corroded and worn badly

Pass 20 Jul 2016 60,518 miles

condensation in offside headlamp unit

Fail 20 Jul 2016 60,518 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

condensation in offside headlamp unit

Fail 12 Jul 2016 60,504 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

child seats fitted

covers fitted

offside rear tyre close too legal minuim

Pass 8 Jul 2015 57,906 miles

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

offside rear tyre tread depth getting low

Fail 8 Jul 2015 57,906 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

offside rear tyre tread depth getting low

Pass 27 Feb 2014 52,569 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 45,317 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 1 Mar 2012 36,163 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 36,160 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 33,137 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 33,137 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 26,227 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 21,576 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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LM55 BKJ is a 2006 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 LM55 BKJ, 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 LM55 BKJ registered?

LM55 BKJ is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 28 January 2006.

Is LM55 BKJ safe to buy?

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