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X601 ARJ

2000 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,416 mi
Last recorded99,416 miles
Recorded on12 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Seat Leon90,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX601 ARJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2011 99,416 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 May 2011 99,416 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 May 2010 94,126 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2010 94,126 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 88,596 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front number plate water damaged

offside front and rear brakes application slightly uneven to nearside

Pass 7 Apr 2008 77,893 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 77,893 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 65,625 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 29 Mar 2007 65,625 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 7 Apr 2006 55,196 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

drivers door mirror cracked

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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X601 ARJ is a 2000 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 X601 ARJ, 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

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What year was X601 ARJ registered?

X601 ARJ is a 2000 Seat Leon, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X601 ARJ safe to buy?

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