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X257 HFW

2000 Seat Leon

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,835 mi
Last recorded126,835 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 Seat Leon90,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX257 HFW
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 126,835 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 121,332 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2018 121,332 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 114,422 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 107,579 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 100,818 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 93,302 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 93,298 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear discs rusty and corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2013 86,577 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 77,936 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 68,393 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 58,719 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 49,787 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 37,592 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 35,982 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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X257 HFW is a 2000 Seat Leon in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2000 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 90,676 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 X257 HFW, 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 26 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 X257 HFW?

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What year was X257 HFW registered?

X257 HFW is a 2000 Seat Leon, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X257 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X257 HFW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X257 HFW have outstanding finance?

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