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2021 SEAT Tarraco 2.0L Diesel · BV71 EXT

BV71 EXT

2021 SEAT Tarraco (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27/09/2021. Recorded mileage 58,987 miles. MOT valid until 07/01/2027.

Make & Model
SEAT TARRACO
Year / Origin
2021 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07/01/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
58,987 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07/01/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2021
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The current roadworthiness status of this SEAT Tarraco is sound, underpinned by a remarkably clean recent MOT history that indicates a stable maintenance trend. In the most recent test conducted on 8 January 2026 at 58,987 miles, the vehicle passed with zero defects or advisories recorded. This flawless run extends across four consecutive tests, following a curious administrative failure on 11 July 2024 which was successfully rectified the following day on 12 July 2024 without any recorded mechanical faults. The vehicle accumulates mileage at a rate of roughly 11,797 miles per year, resulting in 58,987 recorded miles across its five-year lifespan. This usage rate aligns closely with typical UK driving patterns for a modern multi-purpose vehicle. The testing cadence shows consistent annual and semi-annual checks, including multiple tests conducted in 2024 and 2025, which provides a dense trail of verifiable odometer readings and structural oversight. Prospective buyers inspecting the vehicle in person should direct their attention toward high-wear mechanical components such as brake discs, pads, and suspension bushes, despite the absence of formal advisories in the record. Because the MOT test only checks minimum legal standards at a specific moment, a physical examination must verify the condition of the drivetrain, tyres, and underbody structural integrity. The clean paperwork removes immediate red flags, but a thorough pre-purchase inspection remains necessary to confirm the actual physical condition of consumable assemblies.

BV71 EXT Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2026
  • 58,987 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
87
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for SEAT SEAT Tarraco

Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

BV71 EXT Mileage History

  1. 11/07/202436,776 mi
  2. 12/07/202436,776 mi
  3. 13/01/202547,588 mi+10,812 mi
  4. 24/07/202554,538 mi+6,950 mi
  5. 08/01/202658,987 mi+4,449 mi

Average of roughly 14,856 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BV71 EXT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Seat Tarraco (BV71 EXT) between July 2024 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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