2019 SEAT Ateca 1.5L Petrol · EY02 TON

The most recent MOT test conducted on 14 August 2026 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. Looking at the historical data, the vehicle has experienced a series of advisories over the previous three years concerning consumables such as tyres, brake pads, and shock absorbers. However, the transition from the 2025 advisories to a clean 2026 certificate suggests a positive maintenance trend, indicating that the previously identified wear items have likely been rectified or serviced. This suggests the vehicle has been subject to attentive ownership and proactive maintenance. With 60,805 miles recorded, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,686 miles per year. This is consistent with typical UK usage for a seven-year-old vehicle and avoids the extremes of either excessive high-mileage wear or the potential issues associated with very low-mileage vehicles, such as fluid degradation or brake binding from long periods of standing. This moderate usage profile is generally favourable for the longevity of the drivetrain and suspension, though it does mean the vehicle is approaching a mileage bracket where more intensive preventative maintenance on wear-and-tear components becomes necessary. Despite the recent clean pass, the history of advisories warrants specific attention during a physical inspection and test drive. The 2025 advisory regarding oil misting on the offside front shock absorber should be closely monitored. During your test drive, pay attention to the suspension's response to bumps; any knocking, clunking, or excessive bouncing could indicate that the damping properties have diminished or that the unit is nearing total failure. Additionally, because brake pad wear was flagged in consecutive years, you should inspect the remaining pad thickness and the condition of the brake discs. Watch for any brake shudder or pulsation through the pedal, which could indicate warped discs, or any pulling to one side, which might suggest a binding caliper. You should also examine the tyres and wheel alignment. The 2023 advisory regarding edge wear suggests that the vehicle may have previously suffered from incorrect tracking or worn suspension bushes. Check the current tyres for even tread distribution across the width of the tyre to ensure the geometry is correct. Furthermore, at seven years of age, inspect the tyre sidewalls for any signs of perishing or cracking, as rubber can degrade over time regardless of tread depth. Finally, confirm that the service history aligns with the mileage to ensure that essential items like brake fluid, coolant, and oil have been changed according to manufacturer intervals to preserve the vehicle's long-term reliability.