Common Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo Problems, Faults, and Repair Costs
Every known Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo MOT issue, ranked by how common it is and what it costs to fix. Based on 4,476 real MOT tests across 2 model years.
Segment: small family car | Fuel: Petrol
90%
Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo pass rate
85%
Seat average
82%
National average
The Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo has an average MOT pass rate of 90%, which is 5 points above the Seat average and 8 points above the national average.
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Most Common Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo MOT Issues
Ranked by how likely they are to affect your Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo, with typical repair costs
Brakes
High likelihood£80 - £450
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed
Failure points:
Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum
Lights
High likelihood£15 - £200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated
Failure points:
Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure
Suspension
Moderate likelihood£150 - £600
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded
Failure points:
Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking
Tyres
Moderate likelihood£50 - £300
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall
Failure points:
Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply
Exhaust & Emissions
Moderate likelihood£80 - £800
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak
Failure points:
Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning
Steering
Moderate likelihood£100 - £500
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated
Failure points:
Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits
Body & Structure
Lower likelihood£200 - £1200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage
Failure points:
Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness
Windscreen & Wipers
Lower likelihood£10 - £350
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated
Failure points:
Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen
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Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo Reliability by Year
MOT pass rate for each model year, based on real test data
Most Reliable Year
2020
91% pass rate from 2,451 tests
View 2020 Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo detailsLeast Reliable Year
2019
89% pass rate from 2,025 tests
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Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo FAQ
What are the most common Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo problems?
The most common Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo MOT problems are brakes, lights issues. These are the areas most likely to cause advisories or failures during an MOT test, based on 4,476 real tests.
Is the Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo reliable?
The Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo has an average MOT pass rate of 90%, which is 8 points above the national average of 82%. This is considered good reliability.
Which year Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo is most reliable?
The 2020 Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo is the most reliable year with a 91% MOT pass rate. Avoid the 2019 model year if reliability is your priority, as it has the lowest pass rate at 89%.
How much does it cost to fix common Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo faults?
Repair costs vary by issue. Brake work on a Seat Leon Fr Black Edition Tsi Evo typically costs £80-£450, suspension repairs cost £150-£600, and exhaust/emissions fixes cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.
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