2018 SEAT Leon 2.0L Petrol · B7 MOC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The MOT conducted on 11 April 2025 at 35,838 miles passed with no defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. While a failure was recorded earlier in April 2024, the immediate re-test on the same day suggested the issue was minor or rectified promptly, preventing a trend of mechanical neglect. The mileage remains notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per annum. There is a significant jump in usage between May 2023 and April 2024, where the car covered over 12,000 miles in just eleven months. This contrasts with the previous period between October 2022 and 2023, where only 521 miles were recorded. Such low annual mileage often suggests periods of the vehicle standing, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid moisture contamination despite the low wear on the odometer. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components typically affected by low-mileage use. Check for surface corrosion on the brake discs and seized calipers, as infrequent use prevents the pads from cleaning the rotors. Inspect the suspension bushes and sidewalls for cracking or dry rot, as these materials age regardless of the tread depth. Given the clean history of the last two tests, the structural integrity appears sound, but verifying that the oil service intervals have been followed by time rather than just mileage is essential for the engine's longevity.