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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi. Check any Leon Fr Sport Tdi by registration number below.

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81.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.5%

vs SEAT Avg

3

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi has an average MOT pass rate of 81.4%, which is 5.5 percentage points below the SEAT brand average of 86.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Leon Fr Sport Tdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi, 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 Fr Sport Tdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 102 vehicles

79.4%Good
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

23.1%

Mileage at 3yr

47k mi

Mileage at 5yr

77k mi

2019

Based on 146 vehicles

80.1%Good
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

20.9%

Mileage at 5yr

101k mi

0

Based on 111 vehicles

84.7%Good
SEAT average: 86.9%
Mileage at 5yr

43k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

4.9%

Rear Offside

3.9%

Front Offside

2.0%

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Compare MOT reliability across SEAT models.

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87.5% pass rate

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94.0% pass rate

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88.2% pass rate

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87.3% pass rate

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89.5% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi

SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi is 81.4% 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 Fr Sport Tdi?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 81.4%, the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi is rated as "Good" 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 Fr Sport Tdi?
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 Fr Sport Tdi?
Typical mileage for the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tdi: 47,132 miles at 3 years, 76,606 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Leon Fr Sport Tdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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