2019 SEAT Leon 1.5L Petrol · CT19 MVF

The 2019 SEAT Leon passed its most recent MOT on 8 January 2026 at 58,702 miles, but the record reveals a worsening trend in the last two years. The January 2026 test flagged five advisories, including worn suspension arm bushes, light oil misting on both front and rear shock absorbers, and a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. The January 2025 test had only one advisory, a worn offside front tyre edge. The jump from a single tyre advisory in 2025 to multiple suspension and tyre warnings in 2026 suggests deferred maintenance or accelerated wear. The car has not failed an MOT, yet the trajectory of advisories is moving in the wrong direction. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a seven-year-old car, averaging roughly 8,386 miles per year. The record shows a notable gap between July 2023 at 25,102 miles and January 2025 at 44,217 miles, a span of eighteen months covering 19,115 miles. That equates to over 12,700 miles per year in that window, well above the long-term average. The subsequent jump to 58,702 miles by January 2026 added another 14,485 miles in twelve months. This pattern points to a period of heavier use, likely sustained motorway or fleet-style driving, which places greater stress on consumables and suspension components. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and shock absorbers. The January 2026 advisory for a worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush, combined with light oil misting on both front and rear dampers, indicates the front end is approaching a serviceable limit. Check for clunking over uneven surfaces and uneven tyre wear patterns, particularly on the nearside front, which was flagged as worn on the edge. Inspect the offside front suspension arm bush for play and the shock absorber bodies for visible oil seepage beyond light misting. The tyre history also warrants attention. Advisories for cracking, perishing, and edge wear have appeared in three of the last five tests, affecting both axles. This recurring pattern suggests either prolonged under-inflation, alignment drift, or simple neglect of replacement intervals. Inspect all four tyres for date codes, sidewall condition, and remaining tread depth, and verify the spare if fitted. While no structural corrosion or braking defects have been recorded, the suspension and tyre wear trend means this Leon needs a thorough mechanical inspection before purchase.