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2016 SEAT Leon 1.4L Petrol · YA59 ARX

YA59 ARX

2016 SEAT Leon (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 83,492 miles. MOT valid until 31 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
SEAT LEON
Year / Origin
2016 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 31 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
83,492 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 31 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2016
Engine
1395cc
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YA59 ARX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2026
  • 83,492 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)

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YA59 ARX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Sept 2026, 09:25
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Seat Leon (YA59 ARX) between July 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 June 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 (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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 Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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YA59 ARX Mileage History

  1. 21/07/202366,796 mi
  2. 21/07/202366,796 mi
  3. 29/07/202475,293 mi+8,497 mi
  4. 19/05/202576,007 mi+714 mi
  5. 02/06/202683,492 mi+7,485 mi

Average of roughly 5,825 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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2016 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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