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2013 SEAT Leon 1.4L Petrol · A29 SHO

A29 SHO

2013 SEAT Leon (1.4L, petrol). First registered 11 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 90,421 miles. MOT valid until 09 Sept 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
SEAT LEON
Year / Origin
2013 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Sept 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
90,421 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
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Valid until 09 Sept 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1395cc
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A29 SHO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2026
  • 90,421 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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A29 SHO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 11:40
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Seat Leon (A29 SHO) between August 2022 and September 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

A29 SHO Mileage History

  1. 22/08/202256,788 mi
  2. 04/09/202364,469 mi+7,681 mi
  3. 04/09/202468,095 mi+3,626 mi
  4. 09/09/202576,733 mi+8,638 mi
  5. 08/09/202690,421 mi+13,688 mi

Average of roughly 8,311 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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Known faults for SEAT SEAT Leon Mk3 (5F)

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2013 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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