2011 SEAT Exeo 2.0L Diesel · SB11 XMJ

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy state but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent MOT test in November 2024 at 128,519 miles resulted in a pass, the failure just moments prior indicates that mechanical issues were only addressed at the point of legal requirement. The recurring nature of suspension-related advisories across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten the MOT certificate, rather than monitoring the degradation of components like bushes and springs. At 128,519 miles over 15 years, the car has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. There is a significant gap of 15,000 miles recorded between August 2022 and November 2023, followed by another 11,000 miles in the subsequent year. This consistent mileage places steady demands on rubber components and braking systems, which explains the persistent wear seen on anti-roll bars and suspension arms noted in the record. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record shows a history of worn anti-roll bar linkages and upper arm bushes. The 2024 advisory regarding a corroded offside front coil spring is a specific concern, as spring corrosion can lead to sudden failure and affects vehicle handling. Furthermore, the 2023 failure for a binding offside rear brake and a rough offside front wheel bearing suggests that the hub and braking assemblies are prone to heat wear or lack of adequate lubrication. The history also highlights a lack of proactive tyre management, with tyres consistently flagged as worn close to the legal limit or unevenly across 2022, 2023, and 2024. This uneven wear often points to alignment issues or worn shock absorbers that have not been explicitly tested. Any purchaser should verify the current state of the brake discs and pads to ensure the pitting noted in 2023 has not progressed into deeper structural thinning.