2018 SEAT Ateca 1.4L Petrol · FD18 AAE

The vehicle currently maintains a high standard of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 1 April 2026 at 98,131 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car meets all safety and emissions requirements. Despite a single failure in April 2024, the vehicle has consistently passed subsequent tests without recorded advisories, suggesting that any previous issues were addressed immediately and the vehicle remains well-kept. The mileage profile reflects consistent high-intensity usage, averaging approximately 12,266 miles per year over its eight-year life. Between April 2023 at 60,606 miles and April 2025 at 85,507 miles, the vehicle covered over 25,000 miles in two years. This steady accumulation suggests regular motorway driving, which typically results in less mechanical strain than short-distance urban trips. The 12,624-mile interval between the 2025 and the most recent tests confirms a predictable operational pattern. Given the high-mile status, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components subject to high-frequency stress. While the MOT record is clean, the nearly 100,000-mile mark warrants a thorough check of suspension bushes, control arms, and shock absorbers for signs of wear or weeping. The brake discs and pads should be inspected for thinning or uneven wear, as high mileage accelerates degradation of these consumables. The lack of structural corrosion advisories in the history suggests the integrity of the chassis remains sound despite the heavy use.