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SX52 FAJ

2002 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,273 mi
Last recorded42,273 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Seat Leon82,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX52 FAJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 42,273 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 40,962 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2022 40,962 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 38,811 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 38,811 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 37,130 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 28,435 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 23,543 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 17,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 13,237 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 13,237 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 12,115 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 11,269 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 11,269 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 10,776 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 10,005 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 9,383 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 8,336 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 7,534 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,336 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 4,251 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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SX52 FAJ is a 2002 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 82,308 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 SX52 FAJ, 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 24 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 SX52 FAJ registered?

SX52 FAJ is a 2002 Seat Leon, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is SX52 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX52 FAJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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