Seat Leon SE Copa Cr TDI (2012)
2012 Seat Leon SE Copa Cr TDI
CarHunch analysed 950 real MOT records for the 2012 Seat Leon SE Copa Cr TDI. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 SEAT LEON SE COPA CR TDI passes its MOT first time in 83.4% of cases, which beats the UK average of 80% and suggests this diesel engine is holding up reasonably well. Encouragingly, none of the 950 vehicles analysed have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety-critical systems aren't a widespread concern with this model.
At just over 106,000 miles on average, these cars are running close to typical mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 0.87 failures per test—meaning most aren't trouble-free, and you should budget for modest maintenance costs when you buy. Before purchase, get a pre-sale inspection to check the diesel engine's service history, as that's where the real wear will show rather than in MOT results alone.
What to check before buying a 2012 Seat Leon SE Copa Cr TDI
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (98%) | 931 | 83.3% | 0.88 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (2%) | 15 | 85.6% | 1 |
| Other (0%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Seat Leon SE Copa Cr TDI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Seat Leon SE Copa Cr TDI vehicles fall between 88,874 and 122,780 miles.
2012 Seat Leon SE Copa Cr TDI — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 662 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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