2012 SEAT Leon 1.2L Petrol · WR12 WFF

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 15 December 2025 at 75,195 miles, but only after failing the same test earlier that day with identical defects, indicating unresolved issues were carried forward. The maintenance trend is worsening, not improving, as critical faults—particularly the severely deteriorated nearside CV boot and misaligned headlamps—persisted across two tests in the same month, suggesting inadequate repair prior to retesting. The recorded mileage of 75,195 over 14 years averages just 5,371 miles annually, which is low for its age and suggests limited use or extended periods of inactivity. The gap between the December 2024 test at 64,667 miles and the December 2025 test at 75,195 miles shows a 10,528-mile increase in just one year, a sharp rise inconsistent with prior years and raising questions about whether the vehicle was driven heavily over a short period or if mileage was misrepresented. The absence of any test between January and December 2023 also leaves a 11-month gap with no oversight. A buyer must inspect the nearside front CV joint and its boot in person—severe deterioration here risks sudden drive shaft failure and is a known failure point on this model. The persistent headlamp misalignment points to either incorrect adjustment, damaged mounting, or worn suspension components affecting geometry. The thin rear brake pads noted in December 2023 may now be worn beyond safe limits given the mileage jump since then. The oil leak, while deemed non-excessive, should be traced to its source, as prolonged seepage can degrade mounts and seals. The EPC light from early 2023 was not retested, so its cause—potentially throttle, sensor, or emissions-related—remains unverified and could indicate underlying engine management issues. There is no record of corrosion or structural damage, but the vehicle’s age and low annual use make it vulnerable to rust in wheel arches, sills, or brake lines where moisture accumulates during long periods of inactivity.