2017 SEAT Leon 1.4L Petrol · BL17 OWU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in late December 2025 at 41,872 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. That failure revealed multiple significant issues including fractured rear coil springs, thin front brake pads, and pitted discs. The immediate rectification of these faults suggests the previous owner addressed safety-critical items once flagged, but only when necessitated by the MOT testing process. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,650 miles per annum. The data shows consistent annual usage, with 3,679 miles covered between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests and similar intervals in previous years. This low mileage typically suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it can lead to accelerated aging of rubber components and dry seals, as evidenced by the light misting on the offside front shock absorber recorded in 2022 at 30,332 miles. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension system closely to ensure the replacement rear coil springs were fitted correctly without damage to adjacent components. The history of thinning brake pads and scored discs across 2024 and 2025 indicates the braking system is nearing the end of its service interval. Furthermore, the uneven wear on the rear tyres noted in the 2025 test warrants a check for wheel alignment settings, as consistent wear on the edges often points to incorrect camber or worn suspension bushes.