2020 SEAT Leon 1.5L Petrol · YC20 NFX

The 2020 SEAT Leon holds a valid MOT issued on 29 April 2026 at 45,826 miles, having passed on the same day after an initial failure. That earlier failure on 29 April 2026 flagged a nearside front tyre tread depth below the 1.6mm minimum and an offside front tyre with a structural bulge caused by internal separation. Both defects were rectified prior to the same-day retest, indicating prompt remedial action rather than prolonged neglect. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the record reveals recurring tyre-related failures that warrant closer scrutiny. The vehicle has covered 45,826 miles over approximately six years, averaging roughly 7,638 miles per year. This is a typical annual distance for its age. The mileage progression is clean and consistent, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps between recorded tests. The 2024 pass at 25,862 miles and the 2025 pass at 35,393 miles show steady accumulation of roughly 9,500 miles per year across that period, which is unremarkable for a daily driver. The most notable pattern in the MOT record is the recurrence of tyre defects. The 2025 failure at 35,393 miles involved a nearside rear tyre with exposed ply or cords on the outer sidewall, a serious structural failure. The 2026 failure repeated the theme with a below-minimum tread depth and a bulging front tyre. Two separate tyre failures in consecutive years suggest either sustained low tyre maintenance or repeated use of substandard replacement rubber. A prospective buyer should closely inspect all four tyres, including sidewalls for perishing, uneven wear, and correct inflation, and verify whether the wheels have been tracking correctly. The 2024 advisory noted brake fluid close to the minimum mark, which could indicate worn pads or a system losing fluid. Combined with the fitment of under trays that restricted inspection of structural and suspension components, a physical under-vehicle check is strongly advised. Any inspection should prioritise the condition of brake discs, pads, fluid lines, suspension bushes, and subframe corrosion, as these areas were partially obscured during the 2024 test. The presence of a child seat preventing full adult belt inspection in the latest test is minor but should be verified for belt retraction and anchorage integrity.