2017 SEAT Leon 2.0L Petrol · CY66 AEA

The vehicle achieved a clean PASS on the most recent MOT dated 7 February 2026 at 52 870 miles, with no defects recorded. This follows a similarly defect‑free test in January 2025, indicating that the earlier suspension and tyre issues have not re‑appeared. The maintenance trend therefore shows improvement, moving from the 2022‑2024 period of oil‑misted shock absorbers, uneven tyre wear and a fractured front coil spring to a stable, defect‑free condition in the latest inspections. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a six‑year span, averaging roughly 5 900 miles per year. The first recorded test in January 2020 was at 25 004 miles, rising to 29 446 miles by January 2021 (a 4 442‑mile increase). The rate accelerated between February 2023 (35 295 miles) and February 2024 (38 634 miles) – a 3 339‑mile gain – then to 44 496 miles in January 2025 and finally to 52 870 miles in February 2026. The gaps between tests are notable, with periods of over a year without MOT activity, suggesting intermittent ownership or delayed servicing. Overall the mileage pattern remains low for the vehicle’s age, reflecting light use or extended storage periods. A prospective buyer should inspect the front suspension closely for oil leaks from the shock absorbers, examine the coil springs for cracks or fractures, and assess tyre wear patterns for uneven inner‑edge wear that was noted in 2022. Brake components, particularly calipers and discs, should be checked for binding or corrosion, and the exhaust system inspected for any signs of oil mist or structural degradation. A visual survey for rust around wheel arches and underbody panels is also advisable, given the history of oil misting and the earlier coil‑spring failure, which could indicate prior stress or neglect.