2016 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · BD66 RJD

The vehicle's roadworthiness has deteriorated significantly following the most recent MOT failure on 19 May 2026 at 123,605 miles. While the car maintained a clean record from 2022 through 2025, the latest test indicates a sudden and severe decline in mechanical upkeep. The tester identified multiple critical failures, including a fractured nearside front coil spring and broken coil springs on both the offside front and offside rear. A track rod end ball joint also showed excessive play. This shift from a defect-free status in 2025 to multiple suspension failures in 2026 suggests a period of neglected maintenance or heavy component fatigue. The mileage accumulation shows a marked increase in usage over the last two years. Between July 2023 and May 2026, the vehicle covered nearly 48,300 miles, which is a significant jump compared to the 17,000-mile interval seen between 2022 and 2023. The current average of approximately 12,360 miles per year is relatively high for a ten-year-old vehicle. This increased usage correlates with the recent mechanical failures and the recurring issues with tyre wear. The rapid mileage gain between the 2024 and 2026 tests likely accelerated the degradation of the suspension components and rubber elements. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension system. The recent failure of three separate coil springs and a track rod end indicates that the damping and steering components are under significant stress. You should check for any signs of leaking shock absorbers or damaged mounting points. The recurring tyre advisories, first noted in July 2024 and appearing again as failures in May 2026, suggest potential wheel alignment issues. Given the uneven wear on the inner edges of the tyres in previous tests, I recommend a professional four-wheel alignment check to ensure the steering geometry is correct and to prevent premature replacement of new tyres.