SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 378 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
378
Avg Mileage
28,877 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SEAT brand average of 85%.
At 3 years old, 90% of SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSIs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 378 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,877 miles.
How does the 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI has 28,877 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI
The 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 378 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 28,877 miles at 3 years old, SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 SEAT ARONA XCELLENCE ECOTSI
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (+1%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (+2%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-2%) from 68,639 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (+2%) from 52,140 tests