2018 SEAT Ateca 1.5L Petrol · DA68 ABX

The 2018 SEAT Ateca presents a clean roadworthiness profile, with the most recent DVSA test on 12 January 2026 at 72,853 miles returning a pass and no defects recorded. Maintenance trend across the available history is stable, showing no worsening mechanical faults or recurring advisories. The tester logged no concerns with brakes, suspension, emissions, or structural integrity at any interval. Mileage accumulation aligns with typical use for an eight-year-old vehicle. The record shows 23,512 miles at the 31 August 2022 test, rising to 38,821 by 2 September 2023, then 53,592 on 13 September 2024, and 69,022 on 11 September 2025. A modest 3,831 miles were added before the January 2026 examination. This even progression, roughly 15,000 miles annually between 2022 and 2025, suggests consistent private or fleet use without prolonged standing or abrupt high-mileage spikes. The absence of gaps longer than thirteen months indicates the previous owner maintained continuous testing discipline. Previous custodians clearly adhered to statutory testing, and the lack of any advisory for worn tyres, wiper blades, or corroding subframes implies basic upkeep was not neglected. A clean MOT ledger often reflects diligent servicing, though it does not guarantee component condition between tests. The buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake disc thickness, as these items degrade with age even without MOT flags. Visual checks for structural rust around sills and suspension mounts remain prudent given the vehicle's age. The Ateca's drivetrain and exhaust emissions have shown compliance at every recorded test, but a pre-purchase compression and leak-down check would confirm internal engine health beyond the scope of DVSA examination.