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SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa. Check any Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa by registration number below.

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90.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.0%

vs SEAT Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa — MOT Reliability Overview

The SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa has an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, which is 4.0 percentage points above the SEAT brand average of 86.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa fails its MOT are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa 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 Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa, 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 Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 65 vehicles

93.8%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

6.7%

Mileage at 3yr

41k mi

2020

Based on 739 vehicles

88.5%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

12.6%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

0

Based on 296 vehicles

90.5%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

Top MOT Failures — SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa

The most common reasons a SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre cords visible or damaged

2.4%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.6%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.6%
SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

3.1%

Front Offside Outer

1.5%

Front Offside

1.5%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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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 Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa

SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa?
The average MOT pass rate for the SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa is 90.9% 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 Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa?
The most common MOT failures on the SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa are: A tyre cords visible or damaged (2.4%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.6%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, the SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa?
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 Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa?
Typical mileage for the SEAT Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa: 40,522 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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