Archived DVLA Record

2005 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · RF55 WRN

RF55 WRN

2005 SEAT Leon (2.0L, diesel). First registered 14/10/2005. Recorded mileage 126,215 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SEAT LEON
Year / Origin
2005 · Reading
MOT Status
Valid until 12/01/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
126,215 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 12/01/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2005
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, having passed its most recent MOT test on 13 January 2025 with 126,215 miles and no recorded defects. While the record shows a technical failure on that same day, the immediate rectification suggests the owner is proactive in addressing MOT-related requirements. The clean results from 2022 through 2025 indicate that the vehicle has maintained its mechanical integrity without significant degradation over the last three testing cycles. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 126,215 represents an annual average of approximately 6,010 miles, which aligns with typical low-use patterns for this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, such as 7,237 miles covered between October 2022 and December 2023, and another 12,465 miles in the fourteen months leading up to the latest test. This steady accumulation suggests no excessive stress on the drivetrain or suspension components, though the low mileage increases the likelihood of rubber-based parts degrading due to age alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas prone to age-related wear and corrosion, despite the clean MOT history. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural rust on the sills and rear wheel arches is essential, as the MOT only inspects surface corrosion until it becomes a structural concern. Additionally, the condition of the suspension bushes and the state of brake calipers are vital, as these components often perish through time before they trigger a failure on a standard test.

RF55 WRN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2025
  • 126,215 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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RF55 WRN Mileage History

  1. 28/10/2022106,512 mi
  2. 28/10/2022106,513 mi+1 mi
  3. 07/12/2023113,750 mi+7,237 mi
  4. 13/01/2025126,215 mi+12,465 mi
  5. 13/01/2025126,215 mi

Average of roughly 8,905 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RF55 WRN MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Seat Leon (RF55 WRN) between October 2022 and January 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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