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NS53 NRS

2003 Seat Leon S 16V

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,602 mi
Last recorded57,602 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNS53 NRS
MakeSeat
ModelLeon S 16V
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2008 57,602 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 57,602 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 40,575 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 40,575 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 29,755 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Leon S 16V?

Based on 674 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,830
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 14
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 8
position lamp(s) not working 7
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NS53 NRS is a 2003 Seat Leon S 16V in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Seat Leon S 16V fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NS53 NRS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Leon S 16V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Seat Leon S 16V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NS53 NRS?

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What year was NS53 NRS registered?

NS53 NRS is a 2003 Seat Leon S 16V, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is NS53 NRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NS53 NRS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NS53 NRS have outstanding finance?

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