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VN13 UJE

2013 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,351 mi
Last recorded72,351 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2013 Seat Leon69,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN13 UJE
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 72,351 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 59,957 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2022 59,887 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 48,343 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 48,329 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.942/1.863/2.230 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits 1.79 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high erratic (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 344 (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended locked retracted (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working on boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended locked expanded (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding locked on / knocked off (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. beamset (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. reposition headlamp and beamset ( at max adj. to left) (4.1.2 (a))

seatbelt connection warning light not illuminated

Pass 10 Feb 2021 47,351 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.65mm..... 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tail lamp lense broken

Fail 8 Feb 2021 47,351 miles

Emissions not tested misfire / excessive moisture / fumes (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.934 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 2.09 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 304 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety OIL FILLER CAP missing... total wash engine compartment (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

KEY battery requires replacement

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.65mm..... 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tail lamp lense broken

oil level at btm of dip stick

Pass 3 Feb 2020 39,762 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 31,965 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 27,611 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 24,258 miles

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

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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VN13 UJE is a 2013 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2013 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 69,525 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 VN13 UJE, 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 13 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 VN13 UJE registered?

VN13 UJE is a 2013 Seat Leon, first registered on 29 July 2013.

Is VN13 UJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN13 UJE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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