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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo. Check any Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo by registration number below.

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92.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.6%

vs SEAT Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo — MOT Reliability Overview

The SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo has an average MOT pass rate of 92.5%, which is 5.6 percentage points above the SEAT brand average of 86.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo 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 Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo, 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 Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 66 vehicles

98.5%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

2021

Based on 2,240 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

8.5%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

2020

Based on 1,286 vehicles

89.0%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

11.0%

Mileage at 3yr

41k mi

0

Based on 637 vehicles

90.6%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Mileage at 5yr

26k mi

Top MOT Failures — SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo

The most common reasons a SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

3.3%
2

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

1.8%
3

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.2%
4

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

1.1%
5

A tyre seriously damaged

0.9%
SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

3.0%

Front Offside

3.0%

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See detailed fault analysis for SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo

SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo?
The average MOT pass rate for the SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo is 92.5% 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 Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo?
The most common MOT failures on the SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (3.3%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.8%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 92.5%, the SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo 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 Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo?
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 Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo?
Typical mileage for the SEAT Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo: 37,444 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Ateca Se Technology Tsi Evo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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