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AF08 XEG

2008 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,476 mi
Last recorded135,476 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 XEG
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2020 135,476 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2016 115,118 miles

Note: Engine covers & Under-trays fitted obscuring various underside components.

Pass 18 Mar 2015 101,266 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Note: Exhaust backbox corroded.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 91,361 miles

Note: Exhaust backbox is corroded.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2012 76,379 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

rear tyres slightly mishapen

Pass 29 Feb 2012 62,749 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 49,391 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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AF08 XEG is a 2008 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 82,862 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 AF08 XEG, 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 18 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 AF08 XEG registered?

AF08 XEG is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AF08 XEG safe to buy?

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