2019 SEAT Ateca 1.5L Petrol · ML69 KHZ

Tyre wear has been the only significant mechanical flag in the MOT record, with a dangerous tread‑depth failure on both front tyres recorded in November 2024; the subsequent November 2025 pass suggests the tyres were replaced and the vehicle returned to a road‑worthy state. Apart from an advisory in 2022 that the rear brake pads were wearing thin, the car has consistently cleared MOT without defects, indicating no recurring failures in other systems. At 51,223 mi after roughly seven years of age the average annual mileage sits around 7,300 mi, which aligns with typical private‑use patterns and does not imply excessive wear on high‑stress components. The MOT history shows annual testing with no large gaps, so the mileage progression appears steady rather than indicative of long periods of inactivity or sudden high‑kilometre runs that could stress the drivetrain or suspension. Prospective buyers should give the tyres a thorough visual and tactile inspection: confirm that tread depth exceeds the legal 1.6 mm on all four wheels, look for uneven wear that could hint at alignment or suspension issues, and feel for any sidewall cracks or bulges. The rear brake pad advisory from 2022 means the pads may have been replaced, but a fresh check of pad thickness and any scoring on the discs is prudent; the driver’s pedal should feel firm without excessive travel or pulsation, and there should be no grinding noises under braking. During a test drive, listen for any squeal, squeak or grinding that could indicate lingering brake wear, and note whether the steering remains centred without pull to one side, which would reveal potential suspension or steering component wear. Pay attention to any judder through bumps that might betray worn bushings or damaged coil springs, even though no such defects were recorded. A focused pre‑purchase inspection of tyres, brake pads/discs, and suspension geometry will verify that the vehicle’s mechanical condition matches the clean MOT trend after the tyre issue was addressed.