2015 SEAT Leon 1.4L Petrol · NJ65 FSE

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding suspension components and tyre neglect. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 75,317 miles passed, it flagged multiple advisories that indicate a failure to address developing mechanical issues from previous years. The progression from a single front shock absorber leaking to both rear absorbers leaking suggests the damping system is reaching the end of its functional life. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. Between the 2021 test at 51,285 miles and the 2025 test at 75,317 miles, the car covered 24,032 miles. This steady rate suggests regular use rather than long periods of stagnation. However, the low annual mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components, which often show signs of age-related wear regardless of distance driven. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the shock absorbers. The record shows oil misting on the offside front in 2022 and 2023, which has now spread to both rear units by 2025. This indicates a progressive failure that will soon require replacement to maintain handling stability. Additionally, the recurring advisories for tyres worn to the legal limit or damaged on edges across 2021, 2024, and 2025 demonstrate a pattern of deferring basic consumable maintenance. The braking system also requires close attention. The 2021 test noted a binding offside rear brake and thin front pads. While these were not explicitly flagged in the more recent tests, the buyer should verify that the calipers are not seizing and that the discs are not unevenly worn. The overall history suggests a vehicle that is maintained only when a failure is imminent rather than through proactive preventative care.