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SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI (2019)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 37 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

37

Avg Mileage

53,882 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SEAT brand average of 85%.

At 5 years old, 95% of SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDIs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 37 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 53,882 miles.

How does the 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI compare?

Rank among all 2019 cars270th out of 1,419(top 19%)
Rank among all SEAT models39th out of 311(top 13%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average+5% (90% avg)
vs SEAT average+10% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI has 53,882 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-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 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1968cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/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 XCELLENCE LUX TDI by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202085%6035,749 mi
201995%3753,882 mi

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About the 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI

The 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 37 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 19% of all 2019 cars for reliability.

With an average of 53,882 miles at 5 years old, SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI Fuel Costs

The 1968cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI

At 5 years old, the SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 37 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2019 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI

The SEAT LEON XCELLENCE LUX TDI is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: