2010 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · DA60 CWC

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 144,003 miles, this followed a significant failure just four days prior. The mechanical trend shows persistent issues with the exhaust system and rear suspension, which have remained unaddressed until they forced a failure. The presence of an inoperative engine management light during the 2025 failure suggests that serious diagnostic issues were ignored or masked by the previous owner. At 144,003 miles over 16 years, the vehicle averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a car this age. However, the data reveals a period of apparent neglect. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered over 11,000 miles while operating with critical safety defects, including exposed tyre cords, a damaged brake hose, and a split CV boot. This indicates that components were often driven to total failure rather than replaced when flagged at the MOT test station. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension and braking system. The record repeatedly notes binding rear brakes and worn arm pin bushes, which can lead to uneven tyre wear and seized calipers. The use of an incorrect fixing for a nearside rear camber bolt is a red flag for poor quality workmanship and should be verified for structural integrity. Furthermore, the central exhaust leak has been a recurring advisory since at least 2023, suggesting the system is heavily corroded and nearing total failure. The front end also requires close scrutiny due to the history of failures involving anti-roll bar linkages and drive shaft boots. The buyer should ensure that the CV boots are intact and free of grease, and that the mismatched tyres on the rear axle, noted in November 2025, have been rectified. Given the history of failing on basic items like wiper blades and fluid levels, the overall mechanical state appears to be maintained at the minimum level required to remain legal on the road.