2018 SEAT Arona 1.0L Petrol · SV18 ADG

The 2018 SEAT ARONA passed its most recent MOT on 9 December 2025 at 49,454 miles, confirming that it remains roadworthy, though the test recorded minor advisories: slight play in the offside front wheel bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i)), worn and pitted rear brake discs, and rear service brakes that bind but not excessively. Earlier failures at 45,148 miles in March 2025 showed severely thin front pads, excessively binding front and rear brakes, and worn discs, indicating a trend of worsening brake performance that has been partially remedied since the previous test, as no pad wear or excessive binding was noted in the December 2025 result. The mileage profile is consistent with normal usage for a vehicle of this age; the car has accumulated roughly 6,200 miles per year since registration, rising from 17,689 miles in December 2020 to 49,454 miles in December 2025, with no evidence of long stationary periods or abrupt mileage spikes, and the interval between successive tests averages about one year, suggesting regular maintenance and usage. A buyer should therefore inspect the front wheel bearing for play, examine the condition of the rear brake discs and pads for scoring or cracking, verify that the rear calipers slide freely and that brake fluid is clean, and check the tyre sidewalls for perishing as indicated by previous 5.2.3 (d) (ii) defects. Particular attention to the suspension bushes, coil springs and any signs of structural rust on the chassis is advisable, as the record shows recurring brake‑related advisories but no documented structural corrosion or major suspension failures.