2012 SEAT Leon S Copa CR TDI Ecomotive 1.6L Heavy oil · FD61 AEJ

This vehicle presents a stable and positive roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 28 May 2026 at 158,671 miles passed with no defects recorded, following two previous clean passes in May 2025 and April 2024. The absence of advisories over the last three years suggests the car is currently well-maintained and free of the immediate mechanical failures common to high-mileage diesels of this era. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 11,334 miles per year. A notable jump in usage occurred between August 2021 and November 2022, where the odometer rose from 102,083 to 116,818 miles in approximately 15 months. Aside from a brief failure in January 2016 due to worn front tyre tread, the record is remarkably clean for a car with nearly 160,000 miles. A buyer should still verify the condition of the rear braking system and suspension. The August 2019 test at 88,745 miles flagged binding on both nearside and offside rear service brakes, and a recurring oil mist on the offside rear shock absorber was noted between January 2017 and February 2018. While these issues did not appear in later tests, they indicate a history of wear in the rear axle components. Given the age and the Ecomotive engine specification, a physical inspection should focus on the integrity of the suspension bushes and the absence of structural corrosion on the chassis. The record shows a recurring issue with the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint between August 2019 and August 2020. Confirming that these components have been replaced rather than simply patched will ensure long-term stability.