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Y83 UKR

2001 Seat Leon

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,232 mi
Last recorded135,232 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Seat Leon87,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY83 UKR
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 135,232 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 119,321 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

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

battery housing loose

Fail 25 Nov 2015 119,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

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

battery housing loose

Pass 19 Nov 2014 111,021 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 110,982 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 104,138 miles

slight bind in rear brakes

Pass 9 Aug 2012 95,601 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 90,162 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 86,708 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 81,234 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 71,870 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 71,870 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 67,508 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 58,284 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 53,280 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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Y83 UKR is a 2001 Seat Leon in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 87,915 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 Y83 UKR, 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 25 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 Y83 UKR registered?

Y83 UKR is a 2001 Seat Leon, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y83 UKR safe to buy?

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