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AE03 PNJ

2003 Seat Leon

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,854 mi
Last recorded39,854 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Seat Leon80,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 PNJ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 39,854 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2023 39,854 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 36,034 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 36,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 32,684 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 32,684 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 32,518 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 31,499 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 30,765 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 30,046 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 28,286 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 27,988 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 27,452 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 26,693 miles

Center seatbelt slightly stiff in operation

Pass 21 Mar 2012 25,805 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 24,980 miles

Advise nsr parking brake mechanism not completely retracting, not binding at this time.

Pass 26 Mar 2010 24,137 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 23,029 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 21,740 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 20,470 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 18,907 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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AE03 PNJ is a 2003 Seat Leon in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 80,078 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 AE03 PNJ, 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 23 years old, this Seat Leon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE03 PNJ?

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What year was AE03 PNJ registered?

AE03 PNJ is a 2003 Seat Leon, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is AE03 PNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 PNJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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