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OW03 EJG

2003 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

179,899 mi
Last recorded179,899 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 EJG
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2020 179,899 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 179,877 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2019 173,331 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 162,213 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 162,213 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak idle erratic. (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 149,310 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 132,258 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 132,051 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle section bracket broken (7.1.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle section sleeve corroded badly (7.1.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 124,601 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 116,143 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 106,842 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 91,820 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 80,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 80,431 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 73,529 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 66,932 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 57,704 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 48,803 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 41,558 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 31,101 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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OW03 EJG is a 2003 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OW03 EJG, 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 OW03 EJG registered?

OW03 EJG is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 26 July 2003.

Is OW03 EJG safe to buy?

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