2013 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · DS62 UJD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive trend. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 129,538 miles, the failure just one month prior at 129,441 miles highlights a significant accumulation of deferred repairs. The transition from a clean record in early 2023 to multiple-point failures thereafter suggests that components are only addressed once they reach legal failure thresholds rather than through routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 7,400 miles between February 2023 and September 2024, followed by a rapid accumulation of 5,000 miles in the twelve months leading up to the 2025 failures. This recent spike in usage correlates with the accelerated degradation of wear-related items and suspension components, as evidenced by the multiple failures related to tyres and linkages recorded during the late 2025 period. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and exhaust system. The record shows a recurring issue with corroded coil springs and worn anti-roll bar linkages, which indicate the chassis components are nearing their fatigue limit. The exhaust box was flagged as deteriorated with insecure hangers in October 2025, suggesting the structural integrity of the exhaust system is failing. Furthermore, the noted rear shock absorbers with negligible damping and worn rear arm bushes should be checked for movement to ensure they have been properly replaced following the previous failure. The front oil leak noted in the most recent 2025 tests requires a close look to determine if it is a minor gasket seep or a more significant engine seal failure. Given the history of failing on thin brake pads and tyres, the buyer should also verify the current state of all four tyres and the brake discs, as the owner previously neglected these consumables until they necessitated an MOT failure.