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MJ59 TOV

2009 Seat Exeo

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,385 mi
Last recorded95,385 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Seat Exeo95,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ59 TOV
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 95,385 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 87,273 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 87,273 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 77,888 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 66,831 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

back-box outer shell corroded and parts insecure

Pass 2 Dec 2021 58,500 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 58,500 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 54,091 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 51,591 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 46,755 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 46,752 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2017 41,495 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 36,587 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 31,203 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 24,568 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 19,562 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 19,562 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 13,187 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Exeo?

Based on 105,166 MOT tests across 8,155 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
8,738
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
8,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,618
coil spring broken 698
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 615
position lamp(s) not working 590
Registration plate lamp not working 534
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MJ59 TOV is a 2009 Seat Exeo in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Seat Exeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 95,262 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 Exeo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ59 TOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Exeo typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Seat Exeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ59 TOV registered?

MJ59 TOV is a 2009 Seat Exeo, first registered on 14 December 2009.

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