2002 SEAT Leon 1.6L Petrol · CK02 AFN

The September 2023 MOT at 52,784 miles confirms current roadworthiness, yet recurring rear coil spring corrosion and intermittent brake wear reveal a maintenance trend that is neither stable nor improving. Since the 2022 clean pass, the vehicle has shown repeated failures on lights, wipers and suspension, indicating that previous owners have not addressed underlying mechanical deficiencies. At 24 years old, the 52,784‑mile odometer averages roughly 2,200 miles per year, a low figure that may reflect long periods of standing. Mileage accelerated between the September 2017 test at 33,949 miles and the November 2020 test at 44,609 miles, a gain of 10,660 miles in three years, suggesting increased use before the recent low‑kilometre pattern. No MOT records exist for the intervening period, and the 2020 failures on headlamp aim and wiper effectiveness imply that the vehicle was driven more intensively during those years. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension springs and mounting points for corrosion depth and structural integrity, given the recurring rear coil spring corrosion flagged in the MOT. The brake system requires a thorough check of disc thickness, pad wear and caliper binding, given the documented pitting and thin pad condition in 2017 and 2018. Finally, the cracked windscreen, delaminated number plate and persistent tyre deterioration call for a detailed assessment of glass condition, bodywork rust and tyre health.