2012 SEAT Leon 1.6L Diesel · KP62 OFD

The vehicle presents a concerning state of roadworthiness with a clear trend of deferred maintenance regarding suspension components. While it passed its most recent test in January 2025 at 166,754 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior where the tester identified fractured offside rear coil springs and a nearside front tyre with illegal tread depth. The recurring failure of suspension ball joints, springs, and shock absorbers suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they cause an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 166,754 miles over 14 years, the vehicle has clocked an average of approximately 11,900 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage. However, there is a notable gap in records between November 2022 and December 2023, where the car covered over 18,000 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid accumulation, combined with the high total mileage, places significant stress on the rubber components and braking system, as evidenced by the deteriorating dust covers and pitted brake discs noted across multiple years. A buyer must prioritise inspecting the structural integrity of the rear sub-frame, which has been flagged for corrosion in every test from 2023 onwards. While the tester currently notes that structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, the persistence of this rust on a high-mileage vehicle is a progressive risk. Physical inspection should also focus on the front shock absorbers for further oil leaks beyond the light misting reported in early 2025, and the state of the anti-roll bar linkages which have shown a history of repeated failure.