2014 SEAT Leon 1.6L Diesel · DK64 XAE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in February 2026 at 173,803 miles where no defects were recorded. While a failure occurred earlier in August 2025, the immediate re-pass suggests the owner was proactive in rectifying issues identified by the tester. The lack of recurring advisories across the last three successful tests indicates that the vehicle is currently maintained in a clean mechanical condition without immediate structural concerns. The mileage profile reflects heavy usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 14,500 miles per annum. There is a significant surge of 18,821 miles recorded between March 2024 and February 2025, followed by another 10,976 miles in the six months leading up to the August failure. This rapid accumulation suggests consistent motorway use, which typically places specific stress on drivetrain components and suspension bushings. The consistent intervals between tests show the car has been used regularly rather than left stationary, which generally helps prevent brake corrosion. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-mileage components that are prone to wear despite a clean record. Given the 173,803-mile mark, a thorough check of the shock absorbers, coil springs, and ball joints is essential to look for play or leaks. The braking system should be examined for thinned discs or sticking calipers, as high annual mileage accelerates the degradation of these consumables. While the MOT history is currently clean, the age and distance of the vehicle necessitate a close look at the underbody for corrosion to ensure the structural integrity has not been compromised by road salts over time.