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OU56 XNK

2006 Seat Leon

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

170,859 mi
Last recorded170,859 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU56 XNK
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 170,859 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 170,859 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 159,329 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/o/s rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 148,923 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 143,213 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 136,875 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 25 Jan 2014 136,456 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 125,127 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2012 113,599 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 100,103 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 79,253 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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OU56 XNK is a 2006 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 OU56 XNK, 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 OU56 XNK registered?

OU56 XNK is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is OU56 XNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU56 XNK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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