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MX03 WFN

2003 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

160,291 mi
Last recorded160,291 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 WFN
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 160,291 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 150,225 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 144,187 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 140,309 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2019 140,293 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 9 Nov 2019 140,264 miles

Emissions not tested due to excess emissions on 1st fast idle test above system functions (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Outer 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))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Aftermarket HiD kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Aftermarket HiD kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe flange join (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre wearing smooth/devoid of tread on shoulder SIZE: 225/35ZR18

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Oct 2018 132,957 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2018 132,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 125,008 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

childseat fitted

oil leak

Fail 13 Oct 2015 124,994 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

childseat fitted

oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2014 119,034 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 110,437 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust mounting missing

Fail 7 Oct 2013 110,381 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)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust mounting missing

Pass 2 Nov 2012 106,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust mounting missing

Fail 2 Nov 2012 106,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust mounting missing

Pass 16 Nov 2011 102,168 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 97,414 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 92,417 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 88,547 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 81,473 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

discs corroding

part on n/s washer not working

slight movement in steering column

Fail 12 May 2008 81,395 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

discs corroding

part on n/s washer not working

slight movement in steering column

Pass 5 May 2007 69,002 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre both rear tyres worn on inner edge slightly

Pass 12 May 2006 63,157 miles

n/s/r tyre punctured

rear exhaust bracket in poor condition

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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MX03 WFN is a 2003 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 MX03 WFN, 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.

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MX03 WFN is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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