2014 SEAT Leon 1.6L Diesel · DE64 AAV

The 2014 SEAT Leon shows a consistent history of annual testing with the most recent inspection in September 2025 at 118,921 miles passing with no defects. However, the records reveal a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. In October 2024 at 109,225 miles, the vehicle failed due to exposed ply cords on both front inner tyres and thin front brake pads. These issues were addressed immediately for the retest. Similarly, a failure in September 2023 at 103,358 miles identified binding rear service brakes, suggesting a potential issue with caliper sliders or seized pistons that required rectification. At approximately 119,000 miles, the car has averaged roughly 10,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for its age. The MOT history highlights recurring wear on consumable components across the years. In 2020 at 71,040 miles, the tester noted a leaking nearside front shock absorber and perished rear tyres reaching the legal limit. By 2021 at 87,023 miles, the rear tyres were again flagged for cracking and perishing, while rear brake pads required replacement. These entries indicate that the owner often waits for components to reach failure or legal limits before replacing them. The structural integrity of the vehicle remains partially unverified through the records, as tests in 2020 and 2022 specifically noted that engine covers, under trays, and sill covers were fitted, which prevented a full inspection of the lower sills. While the most recent two tests are clean, a buyer should manually inspect the chassis for corrosion, particularly given the age of the vehicle and previous brake issues. The history of binding brakes and leaking shock absorbers suggests the suspension and braking system are subject to high wear-and-tear, which is expected for a German vehicle exceeding 110,000 miles.