2015 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · KP15 CDF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the recent MOT history indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the latest test in March 2026 at 181,612 miles, it failed a test just eight days prior at 181,388 miles. This failure revealed multiple critical defects, including a fractured nearside front coil spring, a structural tyre bulge, and an unsecured bonnet. Although these faults were rectified, the persistence of an ongoing oil leak and misting shock absorbers suggests the vehicle is entering a phase of component degradation. At 181,612 miles over eleven years, this SEAT Leon has averaged approximately 16,500 miles per annum. This high mileage accelerates the wear on heavy-duty components and consumables. Between February 2025 and March 2026, the car covered 13,382 miles in just over fourteen months, indicating a period of very intensive use. The transition from clean records in 2023 and 2024 to a string of failures in 2026 suggests that the high-mileage strain is now impacting the suspension and mechanical assemblies. A buyer must prioritise an inspection of the oil leak noted in both March 2026 tests to determine its source and flow rate. The light misting on all four shock absorbers indicates the seals are nearing the end of their service life and will require replacement soon. Given the fractured coil spring found recently, the buyer should inspect the integrity of the remaining springs and suspension bushings, as fatigue often occurs simultaneously at this mileage. A thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion is necessary to ensure the high annual mileage has not compromised the integrity of the vehicle.