2012 SEAT Leon S CR TDI 1.6L Diesel · KS12 XHV

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, following a clean pass in the July 2024 test at 124,895 miles. The maintenance trend shows a sign of improvement after a period of reactive neglect in 2022 and 2023. While the car previously struggled with avoidable mechanical failures, the lack of advisories in the most recent inspection suggests the current owner addressed the previous faults and has maintained the vehicle to a functional standard over the last year. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 124,895 miles represents an average of approximately 8,900 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical UK diesel usage for this age. The data shows steady usage patterns, with 16,000 miles covered between June 2021 and June 2022, and roughly 3,800 miles between July 2023 and July 2024. This regularity suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which generally helps prevent seals drying and components seizing. A buyer should focus inspection on the front suspension assembly due to the recurring failures of drive shaft boots and suspension bushes. The 2022 failure for an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm bush and the 2023 report of deteriorated CV boots on both sides indicate that these drivetrain components are a high-wear area. Check for any grease leakage around the drive shaft joints to ensure the recent repairs have held effectively. Additionally, the 2023 advisory regarding a worn nearside rear tyre suggests a potential alignment issue or camber wear that should be verified during a test drive to prevent premature tyre degradation.