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SJ56 YYL

2006 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

208,385 mi
Last recorded208,385 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ56 YYL
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 208,385 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2023 207,398 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2023 205,920 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 177,179 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2022 177,161 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 159,487 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 142,725 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 109,645 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 31 Dec 2014 102,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2013 88,298 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2012 75,233 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 75,233 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2011 66,454 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 60,819 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2009 44,293 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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SJ56 YYL is a 2006 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SJ56 YYL, 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 SJ56 YYL registered?

SJ56 YYL is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SJ56 YYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ56 YYL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJ56 YYL have outstanding finance?

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