2012 SEAT MII 1.0L Petrol · ND12 WFM

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by recurring steering and braking issues. While the November 2025 test at 107,844 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed immediately prior to that test due to significant braking faults. The tester flagged a nearside rear service brake that was excessively binding, lagging, and fluctuating, alongside low effort in the parking brake. Although these specific braking defects were cleared for the pass, the presence of corrosion on a rear suspension component remains an ongoing advisory. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 43,168 miles in December 2017 to the most recent 107,844 miles in November 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing history that would suggest long periods of non-use, though the frequency of failures suggests that maintenance often occurs reactively following an MOT inspection rather than through proactive servicing. A prospective buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the steering and suspension systems. The records show a persistent issue with the steering rack, with play in the inner joints or linkage ball joints appearing in 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. This indicates a chronic weakness in the steering assembly that may require more than just minor adjustments. The recent advisory regarding rear suspension corrosion also warrants close scrutiny to ensure the structural integrity of the axle is not deteriorating beyond the current non-serious classification. Finally, the braking system requires careful verification. Given the multiple failures involving binding, lagging, and imbalanced brakes in 2023 and 2025, the condition of the rear calipers, discs, and parking brake mechanism should be tested thoroughly. The history of perishing tyres and worn components suggests that consumable items have frequently been left to reach their limits before replacement, so a general check of all rubber components and suspension bushes is advised.