2020 SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi EVO SA 1.5L Hybrid electric · AF70 SSV

The most recent MOT, carried out on 17 January 2026, was a pass but recorded an advisory that both rear brake discs are worn, pitted or scored. This follows a failure on 6 January 2026 where the front tyres were dangerously under‑tread and both front shock absorbers exhibited serious fluid leaks and loss of damping. The earlier test in September 2024 also noted front tyre wear close to the legal limit and light oil mist from the inner front shock absorbers. Overall the trend shows that the major safety‑critical faults identified in early 2026 have been remedied sufficiently to achieve a pass, but the lingering brake‑disc advisory and the recurrence of tyre‑wear warnings indicate that the vehicle’s maintenance has been reactive rather than consistently proactive. At 103 488 mi the car is roughly six years old, giving an average of about 17 200 mi per annum. This is well above the typical UK private‑car average of 7‑10 000 mi per year and suggests a higher rate of component wear. The relatively high mileage, combined with the recent shock‑absorber and tyre issues, points to accelerated degradation of suspension bushings, coil springs and brake wear items. It also raises the likelihood of increased stress on the drivetrain, such as the clutch, gearbox synchronisers and CV joints, which may not yet be reflected in the MOT record but should be inspected given the mileage intensity. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the rear brake discs; look for deep scoring, uneven pad transfer and any vibration or pulsation when applying the brakes. Verify that the discs have been resurfaced or replaced and that the pads are of adequate thickness. The front shock absorbers, despite having passed the latest test, should be examined for any external oil seepage, especially around the mounting points, and a test drive should include listening for clunking over bumps and feeling for excessive dive or bounce, which would indicate lingering leakage or loss of damping. Check the front tyre tread depth and sidewall condition; any remaining wear close to 1.6 mm or uneven edge wear could signal misalignment or worn suspension components that need correction. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, also inspect the condition of the tyres for age‑related cracking, especially on the rear set which may have seen less rotation. Examine the 12 V battery terminals for corrosion and test the cranking voltage, as a battery that has sat for periods may be weak. Look for signs of fluid degradation – dark or milky engine oil, old coolant, and brake fluid that may have absorbed moisture – and consider a full service with fluid replacements if service stamps are missing or dated beyond the recommended intervals. Finally, check for any rust on the wheel arches, chassis rails and suspension mounting points, and ensure that all service book entries correspond to the work that would be expected at this mileage and age.