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RY09 REF

2009 Seat Exeo

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,174 mi
Last recorded171,174 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Seat Exeo95,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY09 REF
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 171,174 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2024 166,353 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 161,148 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 161,148 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 153,169 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 139,750 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 121,709 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 121,709 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 113,858 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 113,726 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 95,996 miles

Front tyres showing early signs of wear on inner edge

underside undersheilds restricting view

Fail 10 May 2018 95,996 miles

Front tyres showing early signs of wear on inner edge

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively smearing screen (8.2.2)

underside undersheilds restricting view

Pass 5 May 2017 75,826 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 57,021 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 42,271 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 34,973 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 28,056 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 20,811 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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RY09 REF is a 2009 Seat Exeo in White 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 RY09 REF, 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 RY09 REF registered?

RY09 REF is a 2009 Seat Exeo, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is RY09 REF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY09 REF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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