SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 34 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
74%
Total Tests (2024)
34
Avg Mileage
32,664 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,882
Is the 2021 SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 8 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SEAT brand average of 85%.
At 3 years old, 74% of SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 34 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 32,664 miles.
How does the 2021 SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A has 32,664 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 LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
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 LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A
The 2021 SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A is a small family car with a 1395cc hybrid engine. 34 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 32,664 miles at 3 years old, SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A Fuel Costs
The 1395cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.
What does it cost to own a 2021 SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,882 (£157/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 74% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2021 SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A
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. Note: with only 34 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 SEAT LEON FR FIRST EDITION PHEV S-A
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines:
- TOYOTA YARIS (2019) 93% pass rate (+19%) from 41,554 tests
- MINI COOPER S (2019) 92% pass rate (+18%) from 33,682 tests
- VOLVO XC40 (2021) 93% pass rate (+19%) from 25,698 tests
- MINI COUNTRYMAN (2019) 93% pass rate (+19%) from 25,254 tests