2021 SEAT Leon FR TSI EVO 1.5L Petrol · SP71 UPH

The vehicle presents a clean bill of health following the most recent MOT on 12 August 2025 at 23,650 miles, where the tester recorded zero defects. That is a notable improvement on the previous test from 19 August 2024 at 18,010 miles, where two minor advisories were flagged. Both the oil leak and the light misting of oil on the nearside rear shock absorber were classified as not excessive at that time, and their absence from the 2025 record suggests either the issues were addressed or conditions have not worsened. The maintenance trend is therefore stable to improving, with no recurring defects on file. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. Across roughly twelve months between the two recorded tests, the odometer moved just 5,640 miles. For a vehicle now approaching five years of age, the total recorded mileage of 23,650 equates to approximately 4,730 miles per year, well below the UK average. Sparse MOT entries limit the depth of historical analysis, but the data available is clean. Low annual mileage can mean reduced mechanical wear, though prolonged periods of standing may introduce its own concerns around tyre flat-spotting, brake surface corrosion, and dried seals. A buyer should still inspect the underpinnery closely. The 2024 advisory regarding the nearside rear shock absorber, even though only a light misting was observed, warrants a physical check for any fresh weeping or deterioration of the damper body. The same applies to the earlier oil leak advisory; a visual inspection of the engine and gearbox area for fresh residue or active dripping is prudent. With such low mileage, suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components may appear superficially sound but could suffer from age-related deterioration rather than wear. Check tyre dates and sidewalls for perishing, and verify that the exhaust emissions remain compliant given the infrequent use.