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LX03 MHJ

2003 Seat Leon

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

135,988 mi
Last recorded135,988 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 MHJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 135,988 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2025 135,988 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2024 126,781 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2024 126,781 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 117,396 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 107,419 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 97,620 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 97,620 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2020 96,077 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 96,077 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 81,028 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 81,028 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 72,700 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 65,114 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 46,415 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 May 2016 46,415 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs worn

Pass 22 May 2015 34,039 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 27,727 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 19,813 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 15,060 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 7,145 miles

both front and both rear tyres spliting and perishing

Pass 18 May 2010 6,677 miles

cat internals brocken and rattle

Pass 19 May 2009 6,078 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 6,078 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 5,406 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 4,680 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 3,855 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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LX03 MHJ is a 2003 Seat Leon in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 LX03 MHJ, 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 LX03 MHJ registered?

LX03 MHJ is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is LX03 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX03 MHJ shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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