2014 SEAT Leon 1.4L Petrol · RE14 YLO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in suspension and fluid-related components. The most recent test in October 2025 at 105,794 miles identified new issues including a nearside front oil leak and worn suspension arm bushes that were not present in previous years. While the car passed, the persistence of misting shock absorbers and corroded coil springs across multiple tests suggests components are reaching the end of their functional life rather than undergoing proactive replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. Between November 2022 at 85,773 miles and October 2025 at 105,794 miles, the car covered roughly 20,000 miles, indicating steady annual use. However, the failure in October 2024 due to exposed cords on the nearside front tyre indicates that the owner occasionally neglected basic consumable maintenance until it reached a safety-critical state. A physical inspection must focus on the escalating suspension and braking issues. The tester has flagged thin rear brake pads and worn discs in three consecutive tests since 2023, meaning a full rear overhaul is likely overdue. The light misting on the nearside front and offside rear shock absorbers has persisted since at least 2022; these seals are nearing total failure. The buyer should also inspect the newly reported front suspension arm bushes for play and check the corrosion on the rear coil springs to ensure it has not progressed to a structural crack.