2014 SEAT Leon 1.6L Diesel · DA64 ABZ

The vehicle currently holds a clean bill of health following a successful MOT test on 25 March 2026 at 150,813 miles. This latest result confirms the car is in a stable condition, with no defects or advisories noted by the examiner. The maintenance trend over the last four years shows consistent compliance, as the vehicle has cleared its annual inspections without any recorded mechanical failures or safety-related warnings. The single failure recorded on 20 March 2025 at 136,423 miles appears to be a procedural or administrative anomaly, given that the vehicle passed the same inspection on the exact same day with no faults identified. Accumulating 150,813 miles over twelve years equates to an average of approximately 12,568 miles annually, which sits slightly above the national average for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression remains remarkably linear, with the owner adding roughly 14,000 to 16,000 miles between each annual test. This steady usage pattern suggests the car has been used primarily for consistent, long-distance motorway driving rather than short, stop-start urban journeys. Such usage generally places less strain on the clutch and transmission components compared to city-based vehicles, though it does increase the likelihood of stone chips and high-speed wear on the cooling system and radiator. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on high-mileage consumables that are not always captured by the MOT test. Despite the clean record, the suspension bushes, ball joints, and shock absorbers are likely nearing the end of their design life given the total distance covered. Check the underside for any signs of surface corrosion on the subframes and exhaust system, as these components are prone to degradation at this mileage. Inspect the service history for evidence of timing belt replacement, as this is a critical maintenance item for this engine architecture that falls outside the scope of an MOT check. While the recent test results are encouraging, the high mileage necessitates a thorough check of the engine bay for oil leaks and a verification of the clutch bite point during a test drive.