2020 SEAT Leon SE Dynamic TSI EVO 1.0L Petrol · BD70 EKL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension and tyre management. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 38,469 miles passed, it flagged oil misting on both the offside rear and nearside front shock absorbers. This issue was already present during the December 2024 test at 30,081 miles, indicating that the damper seals are failing over time and will likely require replacement soon to prevent a total component failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year over its six-year life. The record shows steady accumulation, with roughly 8,400 miles driven between the December 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 8,600 miles between 2023 and 2024. This low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, but the frequency of tyre failures suggests the vehicle may have been neglected routine consumable maintenance between annual inspections. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the shock absorbers to determine if the misting has progressed to a significant leak. The MOT history also highlights a recurring failure to monitor tyres; the vehicle failed in December 2023 at 21,439 miles due to insufficient tread depth and sidewall damage, and the nearside front tyre was again noted as nearing the limit in 2025. This pattern suggests a potential alignment issue or uneven wear, as multiple tyres were flagged for being worn on the edge. Additionally, the mention of an SOS warning light in late 2024 should be verified via diagnostics to ensure no latent electronic faults remain in the safety system.