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AM08 GYU

2008 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,398 mi
Last recorded127,398 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 GYU
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 127,398 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 111,389 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 87,196 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2014 79,213 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 71,000 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 66,318 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 49,069 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 27 Jul 2010 40,617 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 40,617 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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AM08 GYU is a 2008 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AM08 GYU, 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 GYU?

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What year was AM08 GYU registered?

AM08 GYU is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is AM08 GYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 GYU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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