2015 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · DC65 BOH

The most recent MOT on 27 November 2025 at 84,786 miles returned a clean pass with only a deteriorated rear registration plate noted, continuing a pattern of minor cosmetic faults rather than structural or mechanical failure. The maintenance trend shows improvement from the 2023 test, which carried multiple advisories, to the present clean record. The November 2024 failure warrants attention: the parking brake lever was found defective and inoperable, requiring rectification before the retest two days later. This was resolved promptly, suggesting responsive rather than preventive maintenance. Annual mileage has remained remarkably consistent, advancing from 59,553 miles in November 2022 to 67,782 miles in November 2023, then 76,297 miles in November 2024, and finally 84,786 miles in November 2025. Each interval covers approximately 8,000 to 8,500 miles, indicating regular use without prolonged storage or sudden spikes in wear-inducing activity. The odometer readings align closely with the vehicle's eleven-year average of roughly 7,708 miles per annum. A buyer should scrutinise the parking brake mechanism thoroughly, as the 2024 failure on this component at 76,297 miles raises questions about cable wear, lever pivot corrosion, or drum mechanism integrity in the rear braking system. The 2023 advisories on front brake discs and pads at 67,782 miles suggest these consumables were approaching replacement threshold; with a further 17,000 miles elapsed, verification of current disc thickness and pad material is essential. The tyre cuts and nail damage recorded in that same test also warrant inspection of current rubber condition and any evidence of persistent kerb damage or debris exposure. Registration plate deterioration has appeared in every test since 2023, affecting front and rear units alternately. This persistent cosmetic issue points to UV degradation or physical damage rather than neglect, though it indicates the owner has not prioritised aesthetic upkeep. No corrosion, suspension, steering, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity faults appear anywhere in the record. The vehicle presents as mechanically sound with a history of promptly addressed failures and no evidence of escalating mechanical deterioration.