2012 SEAT Leon 1.6L Diesel · KP62 OJL

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently rated as non-roadworthy due to recurring mechanical faults and a significant lapse in maintenance history. The most recent MOT test, taken on 2026-01-23 at 163,351 miles, was passed, but the history indicates a critical gap in preventative care. The failure on 2026-01-14 at 163,281 miles was caused by an electronic stability control switch malfunction, suggesting the vehicle may have been driven excessively or neglected for several months prior to that date. This failure, combined with the same date on the 2025-01-15 test, indicates a lack of proactive maintenance, as the car has not undergone a full MOT within the past two years. The maintenance trend is characterised by a rapid accumulation of mileage over a relatively short period, which correlates strongly with the vehicle's age. With approximately 14 years in service and 11,668 miles per year, the mileage represents a significant risk factor. The data shows a consistent pattern of failures and a lack of regular servicing, with the most recent test occurring just one month prior to the current date. This rapid mileage growth suggests that the vehicle has not been maintained according to standard UK protocols, leading to accelerated wear on critical components such as the exhaust, suspension, and brakes. Given the recurring faults and structural risks identified, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for binding calipers, worn suspension bushes, and corrosion on the exhaust and engine bay. The history of the electronic stability control system failure and the registration plate lamp inoperability strongly implies that the vehicle has not been serviced for a long time, leaving the drivetrain vulnerable to further damage. A thorough physical inspection is required to determine if the structural integrity of the chassis or the mechanical condition of the suspension has deteriorated beyond acceptable limits for a used car of this age.