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RY03 MHX

2003 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

11,345 mi
Last recorded11,345 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 MHX
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 11,345 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 11,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 99,643 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 87,296 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 87,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 72,591 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 63,293 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 62,830 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 62,822 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 62,188 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 61,246 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 61,246 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 59,077 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

note condition of rear tyres

Pass 13 Aug 2009 53,612 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 53,612 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 26 Aug 2008 48,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 48,475 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 42,112 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 16 Aug 2007 42,112 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2006 32,743 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 32,743 miles

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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RY03 MHX is a 2003 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 RY03 MHX, 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

How do I check the history of RY03 MHX?

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What year was RY03 MHX registered?

RY03 MHX is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is RY03 MHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 MHX shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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