2009 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · FY59 GPX

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deteriorating mechanical condition. While it passed its latest test in October 2025 at 118,548 miles, this followed two consecutive failures that highlighted significant neglect. The transition from a perfectly clean record in 2023 to a series of critical failures in 2025 suggests a shift from proactive maintenance to a reactive approach, where components are only addressed once they reach legal failure points. At 118,548 miles, the Leon has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical annual usage for a 17-year-old car. However, the data shows a rapid accumulation of mileage between August 2024 and August 2025, where the vehicle covered over 6,000 miles in a single year. This usage period coincides with a surge in mechanical faults across multiple systems, including the braking assembly, shock absorbers, and suspension geometry, indicating that the vehicle has been under stress without necessarily receiving the necessary upkeep between inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension and braking architecture. The record flags recurring corrosion on multiple suspension arms and a corroded rear coil spring, which are structural concerns that can worsen rapidly if left untreated. The braking system has shown clear issues with binding calipers, fluctuating discs, and thin pads, suggesting that the underlying hardware may still be compromised or suffering from uneven wear. Furthermore, attention should be paid to the anti-roll bar linkages and shock absorbers, as the August 2025 failure identified excessive wear and damping failures that indicate the suspension components are nearing the end of their functional life.