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AL08 ALP

2008 Seat Leon

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,876 mi
Last recorded121,876 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL08 ALP
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 121,876 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 121,649 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 109,186 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 100,671 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 83,707 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 78,274 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 71,208 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 68,294 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 58,809 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 48,287 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 35,566 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 28,276 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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AL08 ALP is a 2008 Seat Leon in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AL08 ALP, 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 AL08 ALP registered?

AL08 ALP is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is AL08 ALP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL08 ALP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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