2018 SEAT Leon 1.2L Petrol · SJ18 NLM

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 15 May 2025 at 100,811 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This suggests a stable maintenance trend where the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical issues before they reached a failure threshold, maintaining integrity throughout the five-year recorded period. The mileage pattern indicates a significant acceleration in usage over recent years. Between the 2021 test at 42,597 miles and the 2022 test at 58,657 miles, the car covered approximately 16,000 miles. However, the usage increased sharply thereafter, with 12,196 miles logged between the June 2024 and May 2025 tests. This average of over 12,000 miles per year is high for an eight-year-old Leon and places higher on drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to lower-mile examples. While the digital record shows no recurring faults, the physical inspection must focus on the components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. A buyer should check for signs of premature wear on the control arm bushes and shock absorbers, which often degrade after the 100,000 mile mark. Given the consistent use, inspecting the brake discs for thinning and checking for caliper binding is essential. Additionally, the underside should be examined for structural corrosion or exhaust rust to ensure that the high-mileage environment has not exposed the vehicle to harsh road conditions without adequate protection.