Agree w/all the rest but would like to add that such a low mileage car w/a “19K” rebuild has probably sat for some time. Why not drive the heck out of it & see if the rings reseat? When next you adjust the valves check to see if any case bolts have pulled lose or broke. Many of the experts say that failing one leak down test does not a bad engine make. Try doing it your self. The spark plug/compressed air adapter is cheep. Listen for air sounds at: air filter = intake valves. muffler = exhaust valves, case breather on the side of the oil filler = rings.
I’ve heard that leak down tests accurately diagnose bad engines 10 out of 6 times! The odds are in your favor.
If you want to see what $$$ to expect, see the Motor Meister web page cost sheet.
& NO I’m not recommending you use them!!!
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