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2018 SEAT LEON1.5L Petrol

DA68 ABU

SEAT LEON (2018, Petrol, 1498cc) — mileage recorded at 75,255. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19/02/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1498cc
Mechanical Assessment
The 2018 SEAT Leon currently maintains a clean roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 20 February 2026 at 75,255 miles. The record shows a highly stable maintenance trend, with no defects or advisories recorded across the last four consecutive tests. While the vehicle failed a test on 17 February 2026, the immediate pass three days later suggests this was likely a minor administrative or equipment-related issue rather than a mechanical failure, as no defects were logged in either instance. The vehicle has covered 75,255 miles over eight years, averaging approximately 9,400 miles annually. This usage pattern is consistent with typical private ownership and indicates regular rather than excessive wear. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests reflects standard annual intervals, and the subsequent testing cadence remains steady. The lack of recorded advisories throughout the vehicle's history suggests that previous owners likely addressed consumable items such as tyres and brake pads during routine servicing rather than waiting for formal MOT intervention. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components often begin to show fatigue at this mileage threshold. Although the MOT history is clean, check the brake discs for signs of pitting or corrosion caused by periods of light use, and inspect the underside for any early-stage surface oxidation on the subframe. Given the absence of flagged faults in the official record, the vehicle appears to have been well-maintained, though a thorough check of the service history remains necessary to confirm that oil changes and transmission maintenance have kept pace with the vehicle's age.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
The 2018 SEAT Leon currently maintains a clean roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 20 February 2026 at 75,255 miles. The record shows a highly stable maintenance trend, with no defects or advisories recorded across the last four consecutive tests. While the vehicle failed a test on 17 February 2026, the immediate pass three days later suggests this was likely a minor administrative or equipment-related issue rather than a mechanical failure, as no defects were logged in either instance. The vehicle has covered 75,255 miles over eight years, averaging approximately 9,400 miles annually. This usage pattern is consistent with typical private ownership and indicates regular rather than excessive wear. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests reflects standard annual intervals, and the subsequent testing cadence remains steady. The lack of recorded advisories throughout the vehicle's history suggests that previous owners likely addressed consumable items such as tyres and brake pads during routine servicing rather than waiting for formal MOT intervention. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components often begin to show fatigue at this mileage threshold. Although the MOT history is clean, check the brake discs for signs of pitting or corrosion caused by periods of light use, and inspect the underside for any early-stage surface oxidation on the subframe. Given the absence of flagged faults in the official record, the vehicle appears to have been well-maintained, though a thorough check of the service history remains necessary to confirm that oil changes and transmission maintenance have kept pace with the vehicle's age.
MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Seat Leon (DA68 ABU) from 2018 show a total of 5 MOT tests between November 2022 and February 2026.

Across its entire MOT history, this Seat has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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