2011 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · DA11 JOV

The vehicle is currently in a compromised state, with a clear deterioration trend evident from the most recent MOT of 2025-07-04. The tester flagged binding rear brakes and an imbalanced handbrake, indicating that the braking system has failed twice and worsened in the most recent inspection where the braking disc face was significantly worn. This pattern of failure suggests the vehicle has been maintained with a lack of proactive upkeep, as the brakes have not been checked in the last two years. The mileage accumulation is not uniform; while the vehicle is approximately 15 years old with about 9,000 miles per year, the data shows a distinct gap between the 2025 test and the 2024 test. The 2025 test at 135,530 miles was PASSED, whereas the 2024 test at 131,552 miles was also PASSED, creating a significant pause in mileage accumulation. However, the 2023 test at 128,276 miles was FAILED, highlighting that the vehicle has not maintained its mechanical integrity over the past three years. The rapid accumulation between the 2025 and 2024 tests, combined with the failure on the 2023 test, indicates that the vehicle has been driven at a speed that is likely too high for its age and condition. Given the recurring faults such as binding brakes, worn brake discs, and cracked or perishing tyres, the buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity, particularly focusing on suspension components and wheel alignment. The presence of a cracked or perishing tyre sidewall and a failed rear brake indicates that the vehicle has not undergone a full wheel alignment check or that the suspension has failed. A buyer must be prepared to perform a full chassis inspection, including a wheel alignment check, to rule out structural damage that could compromise the vehicle's safety.