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RJ56 HXF

2006 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

126,923 mi
Last recorded126,923 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 HXF
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 126,923 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 116,395 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 114,454 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 108,922 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2022 108,921 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 102,487 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 95,339 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 86,591 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 86,591 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2018 75,598 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 65,358 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 57,913 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 54,823 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 54,823 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 48,995 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 43,424 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 36,088 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 36,088 miles

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)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 31,543 miles

Both front tyres worn slightly on edges.

Both rear tyres starting to crack and perrish on outer wall.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Dec 2010 24,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Dec 2009 17,840 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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RJ56 HXF is a 2006 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 RJ56 HXF, 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 RJ56 HXF registered?

RJ56 HXF is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 15 December 2006.

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