2018 SEAT Arona 1.0L Petrol · NA18 TBO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in April 2026 at 42,638 miles which returned with no defects. This indicates an improving maintenance trend compared to previous years where recurring minor wear items were frequently identified and addressed. The absence of advisories in the latest test suggests that the current owner has proactively attended to mechanical requirements before they escalated into failures. The mileage pattern is consistently low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,330 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between May 2024 and May 2025, where the car covered over 9,000 miles, compared to earlier annual averages of roughly 6,000 miles. While the low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the data from the 2022 test highlights issues with tyre perishing and cracking across all four corners, a common symptom of vehicles that sit for long periods without regular use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, as the record shows thin pads were flagged in 2023 and 2024, followed by pitted and scored front brake discs in 2025. While these were likely replaced by the 2026 test, the buyer should verify the current condition of the discs and remaining pad. Additionally, given the previous history of tyre degradation and damage, the current set of tyres must be checked for sidewall cracking or deformation, as low mileage does not prevent age-related hardening of the rubber.