2004 SEAT Leon 1.9L Diesel · ND54 NBE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 16 September 2025 at 189,145 miles. This pass was clean, with no defects recorded, following an immediate failure on the same day which suggests a minor issue was identified and rectified quickly prior to the retest. The trend over the last three years shows consistent passes, indicating that the car is being maintained to a basic legal standard despite its age. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per annum. The data shows very steady usage, with only 212 miles recorded between the September 2023 and September 2024 tests, and just 102 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This low annual accumulation suggests the car is used for short local trips or sits stationary for extended periods, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown beyond the mechanical wear seen in high-mileage motorway cars. A physical inspection should focus on components prone to age failure on high-mileage vehicles of this era. While the MOT record is clean, the buyer must check for structural corrosion on the sills and rear wheel arches, as these areas are susceptible to rust. Given the low annual mileage, the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers is vital, as these often perish or seize from age rather than use. Inspecting the brake calipers for seizing or pitting on the discs will determine if the low mileage has led to surface oxidation within the braking system.