Seat MII MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

29.1%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old Seat MII vehicles
Based on 4,854 MOT tests
1.1pp above the UK average (28%)

Seat MII in this age bracket has a 29.1% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and brakes.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old Seat MII are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 9.1%
Brakes 7.7%
Suspension 4.2%
Tyres 3.8%
Visibility 3.8%
Body & Chassis 3.8%
Steering 0.2%

How Does This Compare?

Seat MII MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 10.0% 3,439 Tyres
3-5 years 14.4% 17,095 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 21.2% 49,801 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 29.1% 4,854 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 11-15 year old Seat MII reliable?

11-15-year-old Seat MII vehicles have a 29.1% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old Seat MII?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 9.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 7.7% failure risk
  • Suspension — 4.2% failure risk

How can I prepare my Seat MII for its MOT?

For a 11-15-year-old Seat MII, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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