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SV52 XSH

2003 Seat Leon

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

160,765 mi
Last recorded160,765 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV52 XSH
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 160,765 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 157,158 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 157,158 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Central exhaust heat shield insecure

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 151,159 miles

handbrake not returning to stop

Pass 19 Jan 2017 142,197 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to the flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to the flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Dec 2016 141,938 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 132,762 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 125,025 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 118,095 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

rear axle has surface corrosion

Pass 14 Dec 2012 111,568 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

large amount of oil dampness under engine/gearbox area

n/s front tyre different speed rating to all others eg n/s front (T) all others (H) suggest check correct rating for this vehicle

Fail 13 Dec 2012 111,568 miles

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

large amount of oil dampness under engine/gearbox area

n/s front tyre different speed rating to all others eg n/s front (T) all others (H) suggest check correct rating for this vehicle

Pass 6 Jan 2012 107,665 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 103,813 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 99,851 miles

some previous wear to offside front brake hose

Fail 8 Jan 2010 99,851 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

some previous wear to offside front brake hose

Pass 15 Jan 2009 94,456 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 89,035 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 70,520 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 70,520 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside 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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SV52 XSH is a 2003 Seat Leon in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 SV52 XSH, 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

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What year was SV52 XSH registered?

SV52 XSH is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is SV52 XSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV52 XSH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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