SEAT LEON SE TECHNOLOGY TDI2014 · 1.6L DIESEL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following its January 2026 test at 121,825 miles, with the examiner recording no defects. This recent pass contrasts with two unexplained failures in late 2024, both also logged with no mechanical defects, which is an atypical pattern suggesting possible administrative oversights rather than recurring technical faults. Absent any consistent advisories or failures for specific components like suspension, brakes, or structure, the mechanical trend appears stable based solely on this record, though the nature of those 2024 failures warrants clarification from the seller. Mileage accumulation aligns closely with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 10,152 miles annually. A notable period of higher usage occurred between the July 2023 test (91,357 miles) and November 2024 (108,028 miles), representing roughly 16,671 miles in 16 months—above the yearly average—before settling to a more typical 14,279 miles over the subsequent 14 months to the present. The test intervals remain regular, with no significant gaps indicating neglected inspections. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on age-related wear points common to a 12-year-old, 121,000-mile diesel hatchback. Priority areas include the front suspension coil springs and bushes for fatigue or corrosion, the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding, and the exhaust system for integrity. Structural corrosion around the sills and wheel arches should be assessed, as MOT passes do not preclude developing rust. The lack of recorded defects does not guarantee these components are free from wear, particularly given the mileage and the vehicle's age.