2003 SEAT Leon 1.8L Petrol · T44 AAC

The 2026‑02‑21 MOT at 193,990 miles confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy, with only a corroded rear sub‑frame and a worn, pitted brake disc noted as defects. Since the 2019 failures, each subsequent test has passed with only minor, non‑critical advisories, indicating a stabilising maintenance pattern rather than worsening condition. The mileage has risen from 149,551 miles in April 2015 to 193,990 miles in February 2026, an average of about 8,400 miles per year, which aligns with the typical usage for a 23‑year‑old SEAT Leon. The intervals between tests are consistent, with the smallest jump of 93 miles between 2025 and 2026 and the largest of 8,633 miles between 2020 and 2021, but no evidence of abrupt mileage spikes that would suggest neglect. Recurring issues centre on suspension components, notably the rear sub‑frame corrosion, worn suspension bushes and play in the steering rack, as well as persistent brake‑related advisories such as corroded brake pipes, binding rear calipers and a disc that shows pitting but not serious weakening. Tyre wear, wheel bearing noise, and deteriorated drive‑shaft joint boots also appear repeatedly across the record. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the rear sub‑frame and suspension bushes for rust and structural integrity, examine the brake discs and pads for wear, test the power‑steering system for leaks, verify tyre tread and sidewall condition, check wheel bearing noise and drive‑shaft joint boots, and assess the steering rack for play; these items directly reflect the pattern seen across the MOT history.