SEAT Inca

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 222 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

65%

Total Tests

222

Model Years

2001 to 2003

Years Covered

About the SEAT Inca

The SEAT Inca was MOT tested 222 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (2001 to 2003), with an average pass rate of 65%. That's 17 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2001) averages 114,494 miles, while the newest (2003) averages 131,717 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the SEAT brand average of 85%, the Inca is 20 points lower, placing it among the less reliable SEAT models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 1896cc)

£1,397

Road Tax

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£700

Total per year£2,427

Per month£202/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2003 details

How reliable is the SEAT Inca?

vs average of all models-17% (82% avg)

vs SEAT brand average-20% (85% avg)

SEAT Inca by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2003	62%	66	131,717 mi
2002	66%	112	135,187 mi
2001	68%	44	114,494 mi

Questions about the SEAT Inca

Is the SEAT Inca reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (2001 to 2003), the SEAT Inca averages a 65% MOT pass rate, from 222 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 17 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.