2018 SEAT Leon 1.8L Petrol · YY18 WFV

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following its most recent test on 14 April 2026 at 64,818 miles. While the car passed, the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in tyre condition. The tester flagged cracking and perishing on both front and rear tyres, indicating that the rubber is aging and losing its structural integrity despite the relatively low mileage. This follows a 2024 advisory where all four tyres were noted as being worn close to the legal limit. The mileage accumulation appears consistent and reflects typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 8,100 miles per year, moving from 19,357 miles in April 2021 to 64,818 miles in April 2026. This steady progression suggests regular use rather than long periods of stagnation, which helps prevent certain types of mechanical seizure, though the recent tyre perish suggests the rubber is reaching the end of its service life due to age rather than tread wear alone. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the tyre sidewalls and tread depth to ensure the perishing noted in April 2026 has been rectified with fresh rubber. The recurring issues with tyres suggest that while the vehicle is mechanically sound enough to pass, consumable maintenance has been reactive rather than proactive. I recommend checking the suspension components and wheel arches for any signs of wear that might have contributed to the uneven tyre wear observed in the 2024 test. The presence of child seats during the 2022 and 2026 inspections prevented a full assessment of the adult seat belt webbing. You should manually inspect the seat belt tensioning and any fraying to ensure they meet safety standards. Beyond these consumables, the MOT history remains largely clean with no recorded defects regarding brakes, exhaust emissions, or structural corrosion, which implies a stable mechanical foundation.