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RJ56 XWL

2006 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

145,383 mi
Last recorded145,383 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 XWL
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 145,383 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 139,895 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 139,893 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 134,206 miles

exhaust system corroded and leaking fumes

nearside mirror cracked

Pass 8 Nov 2018 125,639 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 125,639 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 114,327 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 114,327 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 102,003 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 102,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 92,973 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2014 86,133 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 77,411 miles

o/s/r tyre punctured and perished

Pass 26 Oct 2012 67,690 miles

Front wipers just clearing screen

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Oct 2012 67,690 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Front wipers just clearing screen

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2011 59,549 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 49,866 miles

front wipers slightly jumping

Fail 3 Nov 2010 49,866 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front wipers slightly jumping

Pass 23 Nov 2009 39,579 miles

cut in N/S/F tyre sidewall

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 XWL is a 2006 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 RJ56 XWL, 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 XWL registered?

RJ56 XWL is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is RJ56 XWL safe to buy?

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