2018 SEAT Ateca 1.6L Diesel · DE18 ABZ

The vehicle presents a consistent history of roadworthiness over the last four years. The most recent test on May 28, 2025 at 69,358 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that all primary mechanical and safety components met the minimum legal standard. This follows a clean pass in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the owners have maintained the vehicle effectively. The lack of recurring technical advisories in the later records implies that components like the braking system and exhaust are not showing signs of significant degradation. At approximately 69,358 miles over eight years, the Ateca has averaged roughly 8,670 miles per year. This figure aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a modern SUV, avoiding the accelerated wear on the drivetrain and suspension associated with much higher mileage. The record shows a single failure on May 30, 2023 at 54,846 miles, but the vehicle passed the retest on the same day. Since no specific defects were listed for that failure, it appears to have been a minor, isolated event or a consumable-related item rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The data between the April 2022 test and the May 2025 test shows a stable maintenance trend. Because the tester did not flag structural corrosion, significant fluid leaks, or binding calipers, the vehicle has likely been kept in a well-cared state. A buyer should still verify the physical condition of the suspension bushes and tyre treads, as these are not always captured in an MOT until they reach failure limits. The overall history suggests a vehicle that has not been subjected to neglect or heavy commercial use.