2022 SEAT Ateca SE Technology TSI EVO SA 1.5L Petrol · RJ71 CTK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a shift from consumable wear to emerging component degradation. The most recent test in January 2026 at 33,676 miles passed, but it identified light misting of oil on both the nearside and offside front shock absorbers. This suggests the damper seals are beginning to fail, representing a worsening condition compared to the minor tyre issues noted in the previous year's inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per annum. Between the January 2025 test at 28,306 miles and the January 2026 test at 33,676 miles, the car covered 5,370 miles. This steady usage suggests regular operation rather than long periods of standing, which helps explain the aging of rubber components and suspension seals despite the relatively low total mileage. A buyer should perform a close inspection of the front suspension to determine the extent of the shock absorber leak, as light misting often precedes a total seal failure and subsequent handling issues. The 2025 advisory regarding a nearside front tyre with a bald inner edge and signs of perishing indicates a past alignment issue or neglect of pressure. You must verify that the current tyres show even wear and that the previous geometry fault has not caused undue damage to the steering components or suspension bushes.