A leaking damper would fail an mot, as it affects the handling and safety of the vehicle, so its in an unroadworthy condition.
(2.7.3) Shock absorber has serious fluid leak.
I've tried quoting that to them but didn't help
I've taken things further and reported them to the motor trade ombudsman.
However......
This all may be now a waste of time as some idiot drove into the side of me on Wednesday leaving work. He pulled out of a side road into me on the main road, learner license only as previously revoked for other offences but didn't have anybody in the car with him and also uninsured.
Drivers door, rear drivers side door, side skirt all destroyed due to the fashion to hold bumper on with bonnet pines which ripped through the door panels. However the sill is also bent/dented so might be a write off if its out of line.
At least I'm ok
I'll leave this thread for now
Cheers all for the responses