2017 SEAT Ateca 1.4L Petrol · WF17 RRX

The 2017 SEAT Ateca remains roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 29 May 2026 at 39,447 miles. The maintenance trend is stable with a slow-developing wear pattern rather than any sudden failure. Front lower suspension arm rear bushes show progressive deterioration, first noted on both sides in the 3 June 2024 test at 32,608 miles, repeated on 5 June 2025 at 36,171 miles with no other defects, and again at the 2026 test where the worn bushes were flagged but confirmed not to cause excessive movement. Recorded mileage sits at 39,447 over roughly nine years, an average of about 4,383 miles per year. The car saw steady low use: 24,491 miles in May 2022, 28,775 in June 2023, 32,608 in June 2024, 36,171 in June 2025, then 39,447 in May 2026. No gaps or abrupt accumulation appear. The only early consumable note was rear tyre perishing and cracking at the 2022 test, since cleared. Low annual mileage suggests light commuting rather than neglect, though prolonged standing may explain the tyre ageing. A buyer should physically inspect the front lower suspension arm rear bushes on both sides, as the tester has now flagged wear across three consecutive tests. Although movement stays within limits, bush compliance degrades and replacement will be due soon. Check for cracking or splits in the rubber and any associated steering vagueness. Given the 2022 rear tyre perishing, examine all four tyres for sidewall cracking and confirm date codes. The clean 2023 and 2025 records indicate no structural corrosion, brake, or emissions issues were raised, but a visual check of subframes and brake discs remains sensible on a low-mileage older vehicle.