SEAT ARONA2018 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test in January 2026 at 75,819 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a significant failure in early 2024. While the car previously exhibited mechanical issues that required immediate attention, the subsequent pass without any advisories indicates that the identified faults were addressed and the vehicle has reached a stable state. The mileage profile is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 15,000 miles between the December 2022 test and the January 2024 test, followed by more consistent accumulation of roughly 8,500 to 8,400 miles per annum in the most recent intervals. This steady usage suggests regularion rather than long periods of stagnation, which generally helps prevent seal drying and the accelerated degradation of rubber-based components. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension, as the January 2024 failure highlighted play in both the nearside and offside front anti-roll bar ball joints. While these were cleared in the following test, the presence of wear on both sides simultaneously suggests age-related fatigue. The braking system also required total replacement in 2024 due to both front and rear pads being below the 1.5mm legal limit; a physical inspection should verify the current pad thickness and ensure that the calipers are not binding following those previous heavy repairs. The January 2025 test noted cracking or perishing on the nearside rear outer tyre, which indicates the rubber is beginning to age irrespective of tread depth. The buyer should inspect all remaining tyres for similar sidewall damage to ensure structural integrity. Additionally, the 2022 record mentions that under trays prevented a full inspection of the underside, so a thorough check of the chassis is necessary to ensure no hidden corrosion or structural damage has gone unnoticed beneath these protectors.