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YR12 XXC

2012 Seat Leon

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,128 mi
Last recorded126,128 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Leon75,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 XXC
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 126,128 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 126,123 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 112,532 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 98,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2024 98,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Bonnet safety catch stiff in operation

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 87,757 miles

Nearside Rear wheel arch damage

bonnet safety catch stiff

Fail 24 Feb 2023 87,757 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel arch damage

bonnet safety catch stiff

Pass 4 Mar 2022 78,175 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 68,154 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 68,154 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure Mounting welds broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2020 58,063 miles

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

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2019 44,953 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall slightly damaged on sidewall no cords exposed

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

Nearside Rear wing/door damaged

Pass 9 Mar 2018 26,827 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 14,291 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 11,966 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,820 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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YR12 XXC is a 2012 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 75,642 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 YR12 XXC, 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 14 years old, this Seat Leon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YR12 XXC registered?

YR12 XXC is a 2012 Seat Leon, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is YR12 XXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 XXC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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