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SEAT LEON SE TSI EVO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 311 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

87%

Total Tests (2024)

311

Avg Mileage

30,030 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,732

Is the 2021 SEAT LEON SE TSI EVO reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 3 years old, 87% of SEAT LEON SE TSI EVOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 311 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 30,030 miles.

How does the 2021 SEAT LEON SE TSI EVO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars2960th out of 3,373(top 88%)
Rank among all SEAT models167th out of 311(top 54%)
vs national average+5% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-5% (92% avg)
vs SEAT average+2% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 SEAT LEON SE TSI EVO has 30,030 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 SE TSI EVO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1498cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,732
Per month£144/mo

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 SE TSI EVO

The 2021 SEAT LEON SE TSI EVO is a small family car with a 1498cc petrol engine. 311 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 88% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 30,030 miles at 3 years old, SEAT LEON SE TSI EVO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 SEAT LEON SE 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 SE TSI EVO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,732 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 SEAT LEON SE 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 SE TSI EVO

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: