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SB59 FSV

2009 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

86,315 mi
Last recorded86,315 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Seat Leon79,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB59 FSV
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 86,315 miles

Coil spring corroded rear both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 83,385 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 80,084 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 75,029 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s front, o/s front and n/s rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 68,620 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 61,466 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 61,466 miles

Headlamp aim too low n/s front (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 49,613 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2017 38,896 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 33,166 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 26,069 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 20,559 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 15,034 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 10,293 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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SB59 FSV is a 2009 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 79,343 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 SB59 FSV, 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 17 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 SB59 FSV registered?

SB59 FSV is a 2009 Seat Leon, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is SB59 FSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB59 FSV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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