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

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92.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.3%

vs SEAT Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi has an average MOT pass rate of 92.2%, which is 5.3 percentage points above the SEAT brand average of 86.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Leon Xcellence Tdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used SEAT Leon Xcellence 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 Xcellence Tdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 81 vehicles

92.6%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

4.0%

Mileage at 3yr

53k mi

Mileage at 5yr

120k mi

2019

Based on 82 vehicles

92.7%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

8.3%

Mileage at 3yr

64k mi

Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

0

Based on 70 vehicles

91.4%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Mileage at 5yr

38k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

1.2%

Nearside

1.2%

Offside

1.2%

Other SEAT Models

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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100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

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

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See detailed fault analysis for SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi

SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi is 92.2% 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 Xcellence Tdi?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 92.2%, the SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi 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 Xcellence 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 Xcellence Tdi?
Typical mileage for the SEAT Leon Xcellence Tdi: 53,385 miles at 3 years, 120,334 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Leon Xcellence Tdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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