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YR56 XPU

2006 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

137,194 mi
Last recorded137,194 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 XPU
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 137,194 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 135,318 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 120,891 miles

rear exhaust back box outter skin corroded not blowing time of test

Fail 12 Jan 2018 120,787 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear exhaust back box outter skin corroded not blowing time of test

Pass 19 Dec 2016 112,223 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 102,679 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 92,270 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 83,470 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 83,470 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 74,903 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 68,220 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 59,652 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 45,162 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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YR56 XPU is a 2006 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2006 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,374 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 YR56 XPU, 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 20 years old, this Seat Leon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR56 XPU registered?

YR56 XPU is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is YR56 XPU safe to buy?

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