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WF12 LXM

2012 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,578 mi
Last recorded93,578 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 Seat Leon75,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 LXM
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2022 93,578 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lift and right side (5.3.3 (b) (i)) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened right and lift (5.3.3 (b) (i)) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2022 93,513 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle Exhaust Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 81,461 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 73,974 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 70,047 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inside edge of tyre is bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 63,446 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front inner tread wearing thin 205/55/16/91V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2016 42,608 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 37,287 miles

o/s/r wheel buckled

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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WF12 LXM is a 2012 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 WF12 LXM, 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

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What year was WF12 LXM registered?

WF12 LXM is a 2012 Seat Leon, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is WF12 LXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF12 LXM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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