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OX06 DXE

2006 Seat Leon

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,870 mi
Last recorded154,870 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX06 DXE
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 154,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2023 147,072 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 147,065 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 140,371 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 134,311 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 130,154 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded along seam (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 127,173 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 127,173 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre out off shape .225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2018 123,391 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 118,704 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2016 112,250 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 112,214 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 93,481 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 85,630 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 85,630 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 76,236 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre has cracks in side wall no chords apparent.

offside rear tyre has cracks in side wall no chords apparent.

Fail 23 Aug 2012 76,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre has cracks in side wall no chords apparent.

offside rear tyre has cracks in side wall no chords apparent.

Pass 22 Aug 2011 65,918 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 65,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 54,172 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 37,914 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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OX06 DXE is a 2006 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OX06 DXE, 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 OX06 DXE registered?

OX06 DXE is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is OX06 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OX06 DXE shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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