2021 Seat Leon Fr Evo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 9,486 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Seat Leon Fr Evo, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.4% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 18.2% in the 90-120k group versus 6.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.0% | 471 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.8% | 171 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 157 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.5% | 143 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.0% | 97 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 55 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 160 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 149 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 118 |
| 4 | Washers | 103 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 81 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 49 |
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 | 25.4% | 2,407 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.3% | 1,260 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.0% | 571 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.0% | 566 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.9% | 181 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 29 |
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 | 4,780 | 6.8% |
| 30-60k | 4,180 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 424 | 13.0% |
| 90-120k | 88 | 18.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 155 | 5.8% |
| 2024 | 4,678 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 4,651 | 8.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Leon Fr Evo
Before buying a 2021 Seat Leon Fr Evo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.0% 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.
- Suspension (1.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (1.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 Leon Fr Evos pass their MOT?
91.4% of the 9,486 2021 Seat Leon Fr Evo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Seat Leon Fr Evo?
Tyres, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by suspension (1.8%).
Does the 2021 Leon Fr Evo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.8% in the 0-30k band to 18.2% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,486 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.