2020 SEAT Ateca 1.5L Petrol · AF20 GFU

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift towards developing mechanical component wear. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 77,523 miles passed, it introduced new advisories that were not present in previous years. The appearance of oil misting on both offside and nearside front shock absorbers indicates that the suspension components are beginning to reach the functional limit, marking a departure from the previously clean mechanical record. The mileage profile reflects significant usage for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,000 miles per annum. The data shows a steady rate of accumulation, with 15,842 miles driven between the February 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 26,683 miles recorded between February 2024 and February 2026. This consistent usage suggests the car has been used for regular motorway or long-distance commuting, which typically puts higher strain on rubber components and suspension bushings compared to low-mile examples. A buyer must perform a close-range inspection of the front suspension to determine if the shock absorbering has progressed to a structural leak which would require immediate replacement. The recurring advisories for perished or cracked rear tyres across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 tests suggest the previous owner neglected basic rubber maintenance or ignored the age of the tyres relative to tread depth. Additionally, the defective offside rear reflector noted in the latest test must be replaced to ensure full compliance, as this represents a clear failure point for the next inspection.