2012 SEAT Exeo 2.0L Diesel · OY62 NVA

This 2012 SEAT EXEO has just passed its MOT on 22 May 2026 after failing two weeks earlier. The most recent test notes a slightly damaged or perishing nearside rear tyre, which remains an advisory issue. The prior failure was much more serious, with multiple critical defects. The main recurring pattern in this vehicle's history is the persistent condition of its tyres and suspension components. The May 2026 failure included two tyres below legal tread depth, one with excessive perishing, and a front suspension ball joint that was excessively worn. Before that, the 2025 test noted a rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and both steering rack gaiters were deteriorating. These gaiters have been flagged as deteriorating in every MOT since at least 2022. The trend appears to be worsening in terms of immediate roadworthiness. While the car has now passed, the nature of the recent failure highlights severe neglect of wear-and-tear items. The repeated advisory notes for tyres, brakes (as seen in 2021), and steering components suggest a pattern where items are being run until they fail the MOT, rather than being proactively maintained.