2020 SEAT Leon FR Black Edition TSI EVO 1.5L Petrol · YC20 AFA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a developing issue with the suspension system. The most recent test on 07 July 2026 at 75,718 miles resulted in an advisory for a light misting of oil on the nearside front shock absorber. This mirrors a previous advisory noted back in February 2023 at 9,306 miles, where both rear shock absorbers showed similar fluid misting. While these have not yet caused a failure, the progression of oil leakage suggests the seals are wearing out and will eventually require replacement. The vehicle usage pattern has shifted significantly in the last two years. Between July 2024 at 19,256 miles and July 2025 at 48,584 miles, the car covered over 29,000 miles in a single year, which is far above the noted annual average of 12,620 miles. This rapid accumulation continued with another 27,134 miles covered prior to the July 2026 test. Such high annual mileage puts accelerated wear on all consumable components, specifically brake discs and pads, tyres, and suspension bushings, which are not explicitly detailed in the MOT records. A buyer should perform a thorough physical inspection of the shock absorbers to determine if the oil misting has turned into a significant leak. The July 2026 test also noted that an offside rear child seat prevented a full inspection of the adult seatbelt, so this must be checked manually to ensure there is no signs of fraying or mechanical failure. Beyond the suspension, the lack of recorded defects in 2023 and 2024 suggests the structural integrity and emissions systems have remained good, but the high mileage now demands a consistent service history to ensure the drivetrain remains reliable.