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SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,829 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

1,829

Avg Mileage

27,932 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO 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 LEON FR SPORT TSI EVOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,829 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,932 miles.

How does the 2021 SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars2462th out of 3,373(top 73%)
Rank among all SEAT models129th out of 311(top 41%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-2% (92% avg)
vs SEAT average+5% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO has 27,932 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.

Best year to buy a SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 90%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2021 SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1498cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202295%5627,195 mi
202190%1,82927,932 mi

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About the 2021 SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO

The 2021 SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO is a small family car with a 1498cc petrol engine. 1,829 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 27,932 miles at 3 years old, SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO Fuel Costs

The 1498cc petrol 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 petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 SEAT LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 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 LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO

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 LEON FR SPORT TSI EVO

If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: