2004 SEAT Leon 1.8L Petrol · GD04 XVJ

The 2004 Seat Leon has a mixed MOT history with both passed and failed tests, but the most recent recorded result is a pass on 2022-09-13, which shows the vehicle met basic safety standards at 150,616 miles. However, this was preceded by a failure just eight days earlier, indicating potential lapses in maintenance or unresolved issues. The failure on 2022-09-05 highlighted significant concerns, including oil leaks, missing steering rack gaiters, worn anti-roll bar bushes, and a parking brake that failed to meet efficiency requirements. These issues suggest ongoing mechanical degradation that may not have been fully addressed. Recurring problems include tyre wear on inner edges, headlamp lens defects, and brake-related faults. The 2022-09-13 pass noted front tyres worn on inner edges, while earlier MOTs from 2020 and 2021 also flagged brake disc wear, noisy brakes, and binding. The headlamp lens issues appeared in multiple tests, indicating persistent defects that may not have been repaired. These patterns point to a vehicle requiring attention to alignment, suspension, and lighting systems, which could affect safety and reliability. The trend in the MOT history shows a shift from minor issues in 2020 to more severe faults in 2022, including oil leaks and steering component wear. While the 2022-09-13 pass suggests temporary compliance, the proximity of the failure on 2022-09-05 implies that the vehicle’s condition may not be stable.