2012 SEAT Leon 1.6L Diesel · KE12 DVM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a consistent pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in June 2025 at 36,395 miles passed despite advisories for perishing rear tyres and thin rear brake pads. This outcome mirrors a multi-year trend where components are only addressed once they approach legal failure limits, suggesting the owner waits for MOT-specific requirements rather than replacing parts during scheduled service intervals. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between August 2020 at 27,571 miles and October 2021 at 31,063 miles, where only 3,492 miles were covered over fourteen months. This indicates the car likely sat stationary for long periods. This low usage rate explains the recurring reports of perishing and cracking on the tyres, as rubber compounds degrade over time regardless of how few miles they are driven. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre condition. The record shows consistently pitted and scored brake discs as of 2024, with thin pads noted again in June 2025. Given the low mileage, these issues likely stem from surface corrosion caused by infrequent use rather than mechanical wear. The tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking and deep rot, as the tester has repeatedly flagged the rubber as deteriorating since 2020.