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DFZ 5557

2009 Seat Leon S

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

151,744 mi
Last recorded151,744 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 5557
MakeSeat
ModelLeon S
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 151,744 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 151,629 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 142,009 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2024 141,883 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 125,964 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 110,975 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 94,837 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 94,787 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 88,661 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 86,280 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Leon S?

Based on 1,143 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,285
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
Stop lamp not working 7
coil spring incomplete 5
brake disc excessively pitted 4
Registration plate lamp not fitted 3
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DFZ 5557 is a 2009 Seat Leon S in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Seat Leon S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFZ 5557, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Leon S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 17 years old, this Seat Leon S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFZ 5557?

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What year was DFZ 5557 registered?

DFZ 5557 is a 2009 Seat Leon S, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is DFZ 5557 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 5557 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.

Does DFZ 5557 have outstanding finance?

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