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2016 SEAT Leon 1.4L Petrol · SM16 MVL

SM16 MVL

2016 SEAT Leon (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2016. Recorded mileage 75,056 miles. MOT valid until 27/05/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model
SEAT LEON
Year / Origin
2016 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27/05/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage
75,056 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27/05/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/07/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2016
Engine
1395cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of consistent mechanical maintenance. The most recent MOT test conducted on 11 August 2025 at 68,774 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a successful retest in August 2024 after a single failure on the previous day, suggesting that the owner is proactive in addressing immediate compliance issues identified by the DVSA. The mileage pattern is consistent with light usage for a decade-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,877 miles per year. Between the August 2022 test at 46,141 miles and the August 2025 test at 68,774 miles, the vehicle covered 22,633 miles, representing a steady and predictable rate. This low annual accumulation generally implies less strain on the drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to high-mileage examples of the same age. While the record is clean of recurring structural corrosion or long-term advisories, a buyer should perform a physical inspection of the components most likely associated with the 2024 failure, as the specific reason for that lapse is not detailed in the summary. Focus on the condition of the brake discs and calipers, and the integrity of the suspension arm bushes and shocks. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also check the age of the tyres for any sidew cracking, as rubber components can degrade over time even if the vehicle is driven infrequently.

SM16 MVL Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2026
  • 75,056 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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SM16 MVL Mileage History

  1. 17/08/202352,957 mi
  2. 16/08/202460,404 mi+7,447 mi
  3. 17/08/202460,404 mi
  4. 11/08/202568,774 mi+8,370 mi
  5. 29/05/202675,056 mi+6,282 mi

Average of roughly 7,944 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SM16 MVL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Sept 2026, 01:30
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 2016 Seat Leon (SM16 MVL) between August 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 May 2026 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: Suspension (14 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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