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2016 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · OU16 SSZ

OU16 SSZ

2016 SEAT Leon (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 74,654 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SEAT LEON
Year / Origin
2016 · Oxford
MOT Status
Valid until 01/08/2024
Road Tax
Untaxed (01/02/2024)
Recorded Mileage
74,654 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/08/2024
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01/02/2024
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing its annual inspections. The most recent test conducted on 3 August 2023 at 74,654 miles passed with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on that same day for a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system. This indicates the owner was proactive in rectifying immediate failures to ensure compliance, suggesting a generally attentive approach to basic maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,465 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression from 51,619 miles in February 2021 to 65,771 miles in July 2022, followed by another 8,883 miles leading into the 2023 test. This linear usage suggests regular road use rather than long periods ofກັບ, which typically results in better condition for the drivetrain, rubber bushings, and suspension components compared to low-mileage vehicles. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the tyre pressure monitoring system to ensure the repair from August 2023 remains functional. While the failure in February 2021 regarding a nearside rear tyre with insufficient tread depth was a minor consumable issue, the clean records in the intervening tests suggest no underlying mechanical neglect or recurring structural corrosion. Given the lack of recorded advisories for brake corrosion or binding calipers, the mechanical integrity of the car appears well-preserved for its age and mileage.

OU16 SSZ Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/08/2023
  • 74,654 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
53
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
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OU16 SSZ Mileage History

  1. 13/07/202265,771 mi
  2. 03/08/202374,654 mi+8,883 mi
  3. 03/08/202374,654 mi

Average of roughly 8,409 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

OU16 SSZ MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Seat Leon (OU16 SSZ) between July 2022 and August 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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

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