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AM08 GYW

2008 Seat Leon

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

142,276 mi
Last recorded142,276 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 GYW
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 142,276 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 131,646 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 131,643 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 131,085 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 117,013 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 117,012 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 108,743 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2013 108,743 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 101,957 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 80,109 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 GYW is a 2008 Seat Leon in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GYW, 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 AM08 GYW registered?

AM08 GYW is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is AM08 GYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 GYW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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