You need to buy (or borrow) a compression gauge. This (I believe, never
used one myself) screws into the spark plug hole while the engine is turned
over, and the gauge gives a reading of compression. They cost around #18
($26) in the UK.
Good luck with your search for a car. Remember, leaking oil is endemic to
most old British cars, so I wouldn't let a small leak put you off too badly.
There are any number of causes, but I don't think there is much you can do
to investigate it until it's your car. You could insist the engine is
thoroughly cleaned, then go for a drive, and the source of the oil might
become apparent.
Richard & Daffy
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