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WU02 VLX

2002 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,338 mi
Last recorded53,338 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Seat Leon82,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 VLX
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 53,338 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 51,716 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 51,716 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2023 49,877 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 47,862 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 45,939 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 44,435 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 41,818 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 40,727 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 40,678 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 39,503 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 38,744 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 37,838 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 36,960 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 36,960 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 35,561 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 33,710 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 31,422 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 30,268 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 27,829 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 24,516 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 22,303 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 20,615 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 17,470 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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WU02 VLX is a 2002 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WU02 VLX, 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

How do I check the history of WU02 VLX?

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What year was WU02 VLX registered?

WU02 VLX is a 2002 Seat Leon, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is WU02 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU02 VLX shows 24 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.

Does WU02 VLX have outstanding finance?

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