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AU55 PXZ

2006 Seat Leon

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

178,933 mi
Last recorded178,933 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Seat Leon85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 PXZ
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 178,933 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 168,933 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 161,580 miles

Front Slight movement in both strut top mounts

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45ZR17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 153,944 miles

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 YOKOHAMA (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 YOKOHAMA (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Sep 2018 153,900 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 YOKOHAMA (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 YOKOHAMA (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 142,156 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 133,358 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 123,655 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 123,478 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 110,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 92,702 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 79,325 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 66,095 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 50,469 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 42,779 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 30,060 miles

Rear discs ridged and slightly corroded

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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AU55 PXZ is a 2006 Seat Leon in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Seat Leon models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,374 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 AU55 PXZ, 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 20 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 AU55 PXZ registered?

AU55 PXZ is a 2006 Seat Leon, first registered on 21 January 2006.

Is AU55 PXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 PXZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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