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AM08 GZF

2008 Seat Leon

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,354 mi
Last recorded102,354 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Leon82,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 102,354 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 88,039 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 72,261 miles

Vehicle very low on engine oil.. 1ltr of 5W-30 was added before test.

Fail 9 Mar 2016 72,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle very low on engine oil.. 1ltr of 5W-30 was added before test.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 61,317 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 49,611 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 34,448 miles

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

advise emissions too low for a reading

Pass 16 Mar 2012 23,594 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 23,296 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 18,359 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 18,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 GZF is a 2008 Seat Leon in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GZF, 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 GZF registered?

AM08 GZF is a 2008 Seat Leon, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is AM08 GZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 GZF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM08 GZF have outstanding finance?

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