2017 SEAT Ateca 1.4L Petrol · AF17 AEC

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 11 November 2025 at 83,829 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the car passed its most recent test, it required a failure retest on the same day to address worn front brake pads and front tyres that had reached legal limits. This pattern of failing on consumable items suggests the previous owner tended to address maintenance only when prompted by an inspection failure. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a nine-year-old vehicle. The car covered 16,229 miles between November 2024 and November 2025, which aligns with the historical average of approximately 9,300 miles per year. The data shows steady, predictable use without significant periods of long-term storage or sudden, excessive mileage spikes that might indicate heavy commercial use. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre condition. The records show a recurring need for attention to consumables, with rear brake pads flagged as thin in November 2023 and front pads requiring replacement in November 2025. Given the recent failure regarding tyres being worn on the edges, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and wheel alignment is necessary to ensure uneven tyre wear is not being caused by underlying steering or suspension geometry issues. The history also notes tyre perishing on the rear axle during the November 2022 test at 43,052 miles. While the most recent tests focus on tread depth and pad wear, the overall history indicates a vehicle that is mechanically functional but relies on the driver to manage the replacement cycles of wear-and-tear components. Checking the remaining tread depth and the integrity of the sidewalls on all four tyres is a priority.