2015 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · JO53 ALF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 28 March 2026 at 139,808 miles. The maintenance trend is declining. While the car has a history of passing tests, the latest inspection flagged corrosion on the front sub-frame and rear suspension components, alongside a worn nearside front tyre. These structural advisories suggest the vehicle is entering a phase of age-related deterioration. The mileage is high for an 11-year-old car, averaging roughly 12,710 miles per year. The accumulation has been steady, though the gap between September 2018 at 59,022 miles and September 2019 at 92,446 miles shows a period of heavy use with over 33,000 miles covered in a single year. This high-intensity usage likely contributed to the accelerated wear of consumables seen in the subsequent records. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. The recurring issues with shock absorbers, which led to a failure on 15 January 2022 due to a serious fluid leak on the offside rear, indicate a history of suspension wear. The current advisories regarding sub-frame corrosion are particularly concerning and require a professional assessment to ensure the structural integrity is not compromised. The braking system has shown a pattern of neglect. In September 2019, the tester noted thin front pads and pitted discs. By January 2022, all four brake discs were flagged as worn or scored. Combined with repeated advisories for tyres worn on the edges or scrubbing on the shoulders, the record implies a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a preventative one. A thorough check of the current tyre tread and brake pad thickness is essential.