SEAT LEON2010 · 2.0L Diesel

The SEAT Leon stands roadworthy today, having cleared the 31 March 2026 MOT at 88,708 miles with no defects logged. Its upkeep trend is stable across the recorded span. The two prior failures dated 25 March 2024 and 25 March 2025 both carried zero defect entries and were superseded by passes on the same day and on 1 April 2025 respectively, indicating neither worsening mechanical decay nor recurring faults. Mileage sits low for a sixteen-year-old hatchback. The odometer moved from 84,153 on 25 March 2024 to 86,705 on 25 March 2025, then to 88,708 by 31 March 2026. That equates to roughly 2,500 and 2,000 miles per annum, well below national averages. Such light annual use, paired with the sparse but clean test history, hints at gentle commuting or extended storage rather than high-load drivetrain wear. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection beneath the car. The MOT record flags no advisories on suspension, brakes, or exhaust emissions, yet age alone invites degraded rubber bushes, tired coil springs, and surface corrosion on structural seams. Standing periods common with low mileage often cause binding calipers and pitted brake discs that a short test drive will expose. The anomalous fails without recorded defects deserve direct verification with DVSA before purchase. Obtain the original failure notices to confirm whether they concerned number-plate legibility, documentation, or omitted mechanical items. Beyond that, verify tyre sidewall condition and wiper operation, as these consumables can perish irrespective of logged mileage.