2021 SEAT Leon FR Sport Phev S-A 1.4L Hybrid electric (clean) · DE71 UHO

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile, showing a recent shift from mechanical component failure to consumable wear. While the June 2026 test at 61,295 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged significant issues with the rear tyres, noting both the nearside and offside rear tyres were worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edges. The offside rear tyre also exhibited two cuts in the tread. This indicates a recent lapse in basic upkeep regarding tyre maintenance, despite the vehicle passing the previous year's inspection without defects. The mileage accumulation is high for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,259 miles per year. The data shows a rapid increase of 10,512 miles between the July 2025 test and the June 2026 test. This high usage pattern explains the accelerated wear on consumables. The gap between the October 2024 pass at 39,953 miles and the July 2025 failure at 50,457 miles shows a significant 10,494-mile interval, suggesting the vehicle is consistently driven long distances. A buyer should focus on the front end of the vehicle, specifically the suspension and braking systems. The July 2025 failure at 50,457 miles highlighted an excessively worn offside front suspension arm bush and pitted or scored brake discs on both the nearside and offside front. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent test, these components are subject to heavy wear under high-mileage conditions. A physical inspection should confirm that the suspension bushes are tight and that the front brake discs and pads show no signs of uneven wear or scoring. The recent tyre advisories suggest that the vehicle's maintenance has moved from addressing mechanical failures to neglecting routine consumable replacements. Given the high annual mileage, the buyer must verify the remaining tread depth on all four tyres and check for any sidewall damage or uneven wear patterns that might indicate underlying alignment issues. Checking the condition of the suspension components and brake hardware during a viewing is essential to ensure the previous repairs were carried out to a high standard.