2012 SEAT Exeo 2.0L Diesel · SL12 MDY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent service history indicates a shift toward reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While the car passed cleanly between 2022 and 2024, the October 2025 failure at 123,741 miles revealed multiple defects that required immediate attention. Although the vehicle passed a re-test six days later at a mileage of 123,782 miles, the presence of advisories regarding suspension and tyre wear suggests that the owner is only addressing mechanical faults once they reach a failure threshold. The mileage pattern remains remarkably consistent for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 99,519 miles in October 2022 to 123,782 miles in October 2025, representing intervals of roughly 8,000 to 10,000 miles annually. This regularity suggests the car has seen regular road use rather than sitting idle for long periods, which often leads to more severe-related degradation of rubber components and braking systems. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically checking the offside upper arm ball joint. The tester flagged slight play in this component in late 2025, and while it passed the test, such issues often progress toward total failure. The recent deterioration of both rear brake hoses noted in the failure report indicates that the rubber is reaching the end of its life, necessitating a check for cracking or bulging across all hydraulic lines to prevent sudden pressure loss. The advisories for both rear tyres being worn on the edge suggest a potential alignment issue or worn shock absorbers. The buyer must verify the tread pattern across all four tyres to ensure the geometry is not causing premature wear. Given the age of the vehicle and the mileage, a close inspection of the underbody for structural corrosion is also advisable, as the record does not explicitly confirm structural integrity in the most recent tests.