2012 SEAT TOLEDO1.6L DIESEL

The most recent MOT on 2023-10-19 recorded a pass with two minor issues: a non-functioning nearside rear inner position lamp and slight play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. These were identical to the failures noted just two days earlier on 2023-10-16, which also included an excessive oil leak from the engine. The oil leak is a significant safety risk, as it could indicate a serious mechanical fault requiring immediate attention. Recurring mechanical patterns include suspension arm corrosion and play, exhaust system degradation, and tyre damage. The nearside rear suspension arm has shown corrosion since 2022 and play since 2023, suggesting potential long-term wear or insufficient maintenance. Exhaust issues, such as leaks and corrosion, have appeared in multiple MOTs, including a major leak in 2022 and a corroded silencer in 2023. Tyre damage, including cracks and nails, has also been consistently reported. The trend indicates some stability in the types of issues but no clear improvement. The same defects reappeared within days of each other in 2023, and the oil leak remains unaddressed. While the vehicle’s mileage (110,483 miles) is typical for its age, higher-than-average usage could accelerate wear on components like brakes, suspension, and the drivetrain.