SEAT Exeo MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the SEAT Exeo. Check any Exeo by registration number below.

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73.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-13.2%

vs SEAT Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

SEAT Exeo — MOT Reliability Overview

The SEAT Exeo has an average MOT pass rate of 73.7%, which is 13.2 percentage points below the SEAT brand average of 86.9%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Exeo on the road.

The most common reasons a SEAT Exeo fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Exeo for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used SEAT Exeo, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the SEAT Exeo performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 1,175 vehicles

76.9%Good

SEAT average: 86.9%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

21.7%

Mileage at 10yr

180k mi

2012

Based on 2,381 vehicles

73.1%Average

SEAT average: 86.9%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

26.4%

Mileage at 10yr

197k mi

2011

Based on 3,768 vehicles

70.8%Average

SEAT average: 86.9%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

28.0%

2010

Based on 3,321 vehicles

71.4%Average

SEAT average: 86.9%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

24.8%

2009

Based on 1,727 vehicles

73.0%Average

SEAT average: 86.9%

Dangerous Defects

7.3%

Retest Rate

23.8%

0

Based on 6,714 vehicles

77.2%Good

SEAT average: 86.9%

Mileage at 5yr

130k mi

Top MOT Failures — SEAT Exeo

The most common reasons a SEAT Exeo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.9%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.5%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.1%

A flexible brake hose excessively damaged, deteriorated, chafed, twisted or stretched

2.1%

Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

1.9%

SEAT Exeo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

5.3%

Rear Offside

5.1%

Front Offside

4.7%

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87.3% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for SEAT Exeo

SEAT Exeo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the SEAT Exeo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT Exeo?

The average MOT pass rate for the SEAT Exeo is 73.7% compared to the SEAT average of 86.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a SEAT Exeo?

The most common MOT failures on the SEAT Exeo are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.9%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.5%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the SEAT Exeo reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 73.7%, the SEAT Exeo is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a SEAT Exeo?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a SEAT Exeo?

Typical mileage for the SEAT Exeo: 180,157 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Exeo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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