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VU62 JBZ

2012 Seat Leon

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

146,215 mi
Last recorded146,215 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Seat Leon75,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 JBZ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 146,215 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2024 146,024 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 137,336 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 137,031 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 130,282 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 129,574 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 99,771 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 92,101 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under-trays fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2018 92,101 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2017 83,488 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2016 73,513 miles

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 23 Jul 2016 73,513 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 27 Jul 2015 65,033 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 65,030 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VU62 JBZ is a 2012 Seat Leon in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2012 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 75,642 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 VU62 JBZ, 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 14 years old, this Seat Leon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU62 JBZ?

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What year was VU62 JBZ registered?

VU62 JBZ is a 2012 Seat Leon, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is VU62 JBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 JBZ shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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