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AM08 GYP

2008 Seat Leon

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,456 mi
Last recorded136,456 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 GYP
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 136,456 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 118,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 99,590 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2017 99,590 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 79,520 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2016 79,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 65,110 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 56,977 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 56,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2013 48,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 48,866 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 38,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Mar 2011 26,270 miles

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

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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AM08 GYP is a 2008 Seat Leon in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AM08 GYP, 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

How do I check the history of AM08 GYP?

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What year was AM08 GYP registered?

AM08 GYP is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is AM08 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 GYP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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