2015 SEAT Leon 1.6L Diesel · VA64 FZY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test in January 2026 at 123,420 miles shows a pass following a failure for an offside outer drive shaft CV boot. While the car now passes, the nearside rear service brake binding and pitted brake disc persisted from the previous failure, suggesting the owner only addresses specific faults once they threaten an MOT certificate rather than monitoring overall mechanical wear. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,220 miles per year. Between January 2024 at 109,373 miles and January 2025 at 116,012 miles, the car covered 6,639 miles, followed by another 7,408 miles before the January 2026 test. This steady usage suggests regular road use which typically places a predictable load on consumable components like suspension bushings and drivetrain seals. The lack of long gaps between records indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary for extended periods, which helps prevent rubber degradation and fluid breakdown. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and front drivetrain. The recurring mention of binding nearside rear brakes and scored discs suggests a potentially sticking caliper or corroded slide pins that require attention to prevent uneven pad wear. The previously split offside outer CV boot noted in early 2026 necessitates a check for grease leakage or damage to the joint itself, which would lead to an expensive mechanical failure. Given the 2025 failure for an offside front tyre worn on the edge, the wheel alignment should be verified to ensure the vehicle is not causing uneven tyre wear.