2021 Seat Ateca Fr Evo S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,131 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Seat Ateca Fr Evo S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 93.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.4% | 73 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 40 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.5% | 31 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.0% | 21 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.8% | 16 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.7% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 49 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 40 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 28 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 16 |
| 5 | Washers | 13 |
| 6 | Wipers | 12 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.2% | 516 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.8% | 251 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.4% | 243 |
| 4 | Other defects | 9.2% | 195 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.9% | 61 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 9 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,232 | 5.1% |
| 30-60k | 837 | 8.4% |
| 60-90k | 57 | 7.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 58 | 5.2% |
| 2024 | 1,044 | 7.0% |
| 2025 | 1,028 | 5.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Ateca Fr Evo S-A
Before buying a 2021 Seat Ateca Fr Evo S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (1.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (1.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Seat Ateca Fr Evo S-As pass their MOT?
93.6% of the 2,131 2021 Seat Ateca Fr Evo S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Seat Ateca Fr Evo S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 3.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.9%).
Does the 2021 Ateca Fr Evo S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 7.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,131 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.