2015 SEAT Leon 2.0L Diesel · LE59 SLY

A broadly clean MOT record defines this 2015 SEAT Leon, with seven passes and only one recorded failure across the documented test history. The most recent examination on 23 April 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing a stable trend that has held since a minor plate-related failure in April 2024. That single failure concerned a front registration plate not conforming to specified requirements, a presentation issue rather than a mechanical defect, and was rectified immediately as the same-day pass on the same date confirms. Apart from this isolated administrative flag, the vehicle has consistently met the minimum roadworthiness threshold, though prospective buyers should note that a clean MOT outcome does not equate to a comprehensive mechanical inspection and underlying wear may still exist. Recorded mileage of 131,765 miles across an 11-year span equates to an average of approximately 11,979 miles per annum, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no extended gaps between tests suggesting long periods off the road, nor any evidence of unusually rapid accumulation that might indicate commercial or high-intensity use. The relatively even progression of annual mileage suggests consistent running, which generally allows consumables such as brake friction material, tyres, and engine oil to be replaced at predictable intervals. That said, at this overall odometer reading, wear-related items including suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, clutch friction material, and timing chain stretch should be regarded as approaching typical end-of-life thresholds on a Leon of this generation, regardless of the recorded test outcomes. The advisory recorded at the April 2022 test is the most mechanically relevant item in the history, noting corrosion on both rear arms. On a physical inspection, this area warrants close attention, with particular focus on the rear suspension link arms, trailing arms, and associated bushes for surface rust, flaking, or advanced structural corrosion that could compromise mounting integrity. Corrosion in this region tends to progress quietly and can affect wheel alignment and rear stability, so any clonks or knocking from the rear over speed humps or uneven surfaces should be treated as a warning sign. Additionally, that same 2022 test flagged the offside front tyre as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, a wear pattern that often points to suspension misalignment, worn front bushes, or geometry issues, all of which are plausible candidates for further attention given the mileage now standing at over 130,000 miles. Buyers inspecting this vehicle should carry out a thorough test drive with the recorded advisories in mind. Listen for any rear suspension knocking over uneven roads, particularly at low speed, and check for uneven tyre wear across the front axle that might indicate worn wishbone bushes, drop links, or top mount bearings. Inspect the underbody, especially the rear arm and subframe mounting areas, for advanced corrosion that may have developed since the 2022 advisory. The brakes should be tested for binding calipers, particularly if the car has been used for short journeys, and the pedal feel checked for sponginess. Finally, verify the current registration plate condition and conformity, given the prior failure, and confirm that the engine covers and undertrays noted as fitted in 2023 remain in place, as their absence can expose underbody components to accelerated corrosion and conceal developing faults during routine inspection.