2019 SEAT Leon 1.5L Petrol · YC19 NJV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed the most recent test on 30 April 2026 at 66,353 miles, this followed a significant failure just four days prior involving multiple safety-critical defects. The trend shows that components are only being addressed once they reach the point of legal non-compliance, suggesting that the owner may have neglected minor repairs until the MOT test demanded action. At 66,353 miles, the seven-year-old Seat Leon has covered an average of approximately 9,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. The records show consistent annual testing, with roughly 8,200 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 8,250 miles between 2025 and 2026. This steady mileage accumulation indicates the vehicle is used regularly, which explains the consistent wear observed on consumable items such as tyres and rubber components. A buyer should closely inspect the suspension system, as light misting of oil on the front and offside rear shock absorbers has been noted in both April 2024 and April 2026. While misting is not an immediate failure, its persistence suggests seals are deteriorating and will eventually require replacement. Furthermore, the 2026 failure highlighted a worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and uneven wear on the nearside front tyre, which indicates potential alignment issues or suspension play that should be verified. The history also shows a recurring issue with tyre quality, with multiple reports of perishing, cracking, and uneven wear patterns across 2024, 2025, and 2026. The 2026 failure specifically cited exposed cords on the offside front tyre, which is a serious safety risk. An inspector should ensure that the current set of tyres is of adequate age and that the geometry has been properly set to prevent the recurring edge-wear seen in the previous three years.