2016 SEAT MII 1.0L Petrol · DS16 AOK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, demonstrating a consistent standard of maintenance over recent years. The most recent inspection in February 2026 at 117,649 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows two consecutive clean passes in early 2024 and 2025, indicating that the mechanical and safety components currently meet the minimum legal standards without the presence of lingering advisory items. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,700 miles per year. Between February 2023 and February 2026, the car covered 38,675 miles, showing a steady rate of operation. While there was a failure in early February 2024 at 96,237 miles, the vehicle was re-tested just one week later at 96,524 miles and passed. This suggests a minor, rectifyable issue or consumable item that was immediately addressed by the owner rather than a deep-seated mechanical failure. Despite the clean records from the last three tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-mileage wear components common to the SEAT MII platform. Given the 117,000-mile mark, close attention to the suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs is necessary to check for degradation. The brake system should be evaluated for thinning discs and binding calipers, as the MOT only tests for efficiency rather than the remaining life of the components. Checking the underside for structural corrosion will also ensure the chassis integrity remains sound despite the decade of use.