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X20 EMW

2013 Seat Leon

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,929 mi
Last recorded39,929 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Seat Leon69,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX20 EMW
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 39,929 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2025 83,755 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2025 83,755 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2025 34,390 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 75,520 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 25,757 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 7 May 2024 25,757 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Nov 2023 70,585 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 65,815 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 65,814 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 60,668 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 55,959 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 48,261 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 42,885 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 38,116 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 29,949 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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X20 EMW is a 2013 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X20 EMW, 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

How do I check the history of X20 EMW?

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What year was X20 EMW registered?

X20 EMW is a 2013 Seat Leon, first registered on 3 May 2013.

Is X20 EMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X20 EMW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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