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VU03 ZVG

2003 Seat Leon

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,500 mi
Last recorded120,500 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 ZVG
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 120,500 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2016 120,493 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust sleeve (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 81,088 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 76,928 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 68,518 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 68,518 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 60,471 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 54,321 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 54,321 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 49,948 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 May 2010 43,383 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 37,321 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 37,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 33,546 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 26,486 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn inside edge

Pass 23 Jun 2006 19,533 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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VU03 ZVG is a 2003 Seat Leon in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VU03 ZVG, 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 VU03 ZVG registered?

VU03 ZVG is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is VU03 ZVG safe to buy?

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