2025 BYD Seal U Comfort DM-I Phev Auto 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · M7 UMD

The vehicle maintains a technically roadworthy status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on March 9, 2026, at98,269 miles where no defects were recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable following a single failure in early 2024. The vehicle has since passed three consecutive tests without advisories, which suggests that any previously identified issues were addressed and that the car is currently meeting all minimum safety standards. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally high for a vehicle of this age, covering nearly 100,000 miles in just over three years. Between the March 2025 test at 87,149 miles and the March 2026 test at 98,269 miles, the vehicle clocked 11,120 miles in a single year. This rate of use, averaging roughly 900 miles per month recently, indicates consistent motorway operation. While the consistent MOT passes show regular testing, the high annual mileage places significantly higher stress on the hybrid drivetrain components and suspension geometry compared to average private use. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. Despite the clean MOT record, the tester should examine the suspension bushes and control arm joints for signs of premature tearing, as these degrade rapidly under constant heavy use. The braking system should be checked for thin discs or signs of binding calipers, as high mileage often accelerates friction material loss. Given the PHEV nature, verifying the condition of the tyres and checking for uneven wear patterns is essential to ensure the alignment has not been compromised by the heavy usage profile.