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

Estimated annual running cost is £1,587 (£132/month), including £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO?

The 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO has a 94% MOT pass rate based on 68 tests in 2026. This ranks 1375 out of 3373 cars from 2021.

SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO (2021)

Q: Is the 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 68 tests. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%.

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO?

The average mileage for a 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO is 22,887 miles, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 68 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,587

£132/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1498cc Petrol

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £1587/year to run. 12 points above average.

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Petrol1498cc5 years old68 tests23k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1498cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,587

Per month£132/mo

Per week£31/wk

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

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Reliability Verdict

94% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SEAT brand average of 85%.

At 5 years old, 94% of SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 68 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,887 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 cars1375th of 3,373(top 41%)

Rank among SEAT models53th of 311(top 17%)

vs national average+12%(82% avg)

vs 2021 cars average+2%(92% avg)

vs SEAT average+9%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

22,887

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO has 22,887 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Similar Cars to Consider

FORD FIESTA

2019 · 998cc Petrol

£1,400/year

91%

-3%

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

2019 · 1498cc Petrol

£1,582/year

92%

-2%

VAUXHALL CORSA

2019 · 1398cc Petrol

£1,732/year

88%

-6%

NISSAN QASHQAI

2020 · 1598cc Petrol

£1,582/year

93%

-1%

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About the 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO

The 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO is a small family car with a 1498cc petrol engine. 68 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 22,887 miles at 5 years old, SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE 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 XCELLENCE TSI EVO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,587 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO

At 5 years old, the SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO 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 68 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
SEAT LEON XCELLENCE TSI EVO(2021)	94%	£1137	£195	Grp 12-25	£1587
FORD FIESTA(2019)	91%	£955	£190	Grp 1-8	£1400-£187
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)	92%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£5
VAUXHALL CORSA(2019)	88%	£1137	£190	Grp 8-20	£1732+£145
NISSAN QASHQAI(2020)	93%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.