2013 SEAT MII 1.0L Petrol · FP13 FKD

The 2013 SEAT MII presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 17 November 2025 at 64,047 miles. The tester recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required safety and environmental standards. This clean bill of health suggests the previous owner addressed any minor issues promptly, maintaining the car in a roadworthy condition right up to the present day. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 4,927 miles per year. Between the November 2022 test at 48,748 miles and the November 2024 test at 58,029 miles, the car covered approximately 9,281 miles over two years. However, the annual mileage dropped significantly to just 6,018 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This declining usage pattern points to lighter, more localized driving rather than sustained high-speed motorway journeys, which can sometimes lead to specific issues like brake disc corrosion or exhaust system moisture buildup from short trips. A notable anomaly appears in the 2023 record, where the vehicle failed and passed on the same day at 54,081 miles with no defects listed for either test. This typically indicates a minor failure—such as a blown bulb or a windshield wiper issue—that was rectified immediately before the retest. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should inspect components prone to deterioration from low mileage and age rather than wear. Check the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking and date codes, as tread depth may remain legal while the rubber perishes. Examine the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion that can cause binding or juddering after prolonged standing. Inspect the exhaust system for moisture-induced corrosion and verify the structural integrity of the underbody and suspension mounts, as a thirteen-year-old vehicle requires scrutiny for age-related degradation regardless of its low mileage.