2012 SEAT Leon 1.6L Diesel · FD62 RPZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 27 May 2025 resulted in a pass at 145,271 miles. While the record shows a failure on the same day, the absence of listed defects suggests a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical failure. Mileage accumulation has increased significantly in the last year. Between 17 January 2024 and 27 May 2025, the car covered 41,310 miles. This is a sharp rise compared to the previous periods, such as the 7,561 miles added between January 2022 and January 2023. This recent high-intensity use puts greater immediate pressure on the drivetrain and chassis than the historical average of 10,376 miles per year. The MOT history is unusually clean for a 14 year old vehicle, showing no advisories or failures across five tests. Such a sterile record is rare for a car with 145,271 miles and may indicate that the vehicle was serviced at a specialist garage prior to testing to ensure a clean pass. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs. The sudden surge in mileage over the last 16 months likely accelerated the wear of these consumables. Check for signs of corrosion on the underbody and sills, as the MOT record does not provide a detailed history of structural integrity or rust prevention.