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YF02 VKP

2002 Seat Leon

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

134,568 mi
Last recorded134,568 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2012
Typical for 2002 Seat Leon82,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF02 VKP
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2012 134,568 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 130,193 miles

N/S wiper blade split

Fail 2 Nov 2011 130,108 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

N/S wiper blade split

Pass 8 Nov 2010 122,960 miles

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

Coolant level low - topped up with water - will need antifreeze

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 122,960 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

Coolant level low - topped up with water - will need antifreeze

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 112,267 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 112,267 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 112,116 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 112,116 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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YF02 VKP is a 2002 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 YF02 VKP, 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.

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What year was YF02 VKP registered?

YF02 VKP is a 2002 Seat Leon, first registered on 12 June 2002.

Is YF02 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF02 VKP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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