2009 SEAT Exeo 2.0L Diesel · OY59 KXD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The most recent test in May 2023 at 142,544 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding windscreen damage. This represents a significant improvement over the failures seen in 2021 and 2022. While the car currently meets legal standards, the previous records suggest that the owners only addressed mechanical faults once they triggered an MOT failure. At 142,544 miles over 17 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,385 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a saloon of this age. There is a notable gap in records between the February 2022 failure and the May 2023 pass, during which the car covered 11,149 miles. Given that the last MOT was conducted over three years ago, the vehicle is now overdue for a test, and the current state of rubber-based components and braking systems has not been unverified since the last official inspection. A buyer must scrutinise the steering and suspension components, specifically the steering rack, following the 2021 failure for play in the inner joints. The 2022 report of inner-edge wear on the offside front tyre indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires physical verification to prevent further tyre degradation. Additionally, the exhaust silencer was flagged as corroded in 2022, which should be inspected for structural thinning or mounting leaks. The previous electronic faults related to the MIL, DPF, and electronic stability control were cleared in 2021, but these systems should be monitored for recurring warning lights which could indicate underlying sensor failures or soot buildup. The history of perished and damaged tyres in 2022 suggests that basic consumable upkeep may have been neglected in the past, making a thorough check of the current tyre manufacture and brake fluid condition essential.