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SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo MOT Check

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

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93.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.7%

vs SEAT Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo — MOT Reliability Overview

The SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo has an average MOT pass rate of 93.6%, which is 6.7 percentage points above the SEAT brand average of 86.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Leon Fr Sport 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 Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo fails its MOT are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage. If you are preparing your Leon Fr Sport 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 Leon Fr Sport 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 Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 53 vehicles

98.1%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

1.8%

Mileage at 3yr

48k mi

2021

Based on 1,659 vehicles

89.4%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

11.8%

Mileage at 3yr

44k mi

0

Based on 30 vehicles

93.3%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

Top MOT Failures — SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo

The most common reasons a SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre cords visible or damaged

2.7%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.6%
3

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

1.1%
4

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.9%
SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front

1.9%

Rear Nearside

1.9%

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87.3% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo

SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo — Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo?
The average MOT pass rate for the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo is 93.6% 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 Tsi Evo?
The most common MOT failures on the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo are: A tyre cords visible or damaged (2.7%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.6%), A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage (1.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.6%, the SEAT Leon Fr Sport 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 Leon Fr Sport 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 Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo?
Typical mileage for the SEAT Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo: 47,986 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Leon Fr Sport Tsi Evo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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