2020 SEAT Tarraco 1.5L Petrol · DE20 PLZ
2020 SEAT Tarraco (1.5L, petrol). First registered 22 Jul 2020. Recorded mileage 43,172 miles. MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- SEAT TARRACO
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,172 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DE20 PLZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2026
- 43,172 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DE20 PLZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Seat Tarraco (DE20 PLZ) between July 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
DE20 PLZ Mileage History
- 12/07/202322,643 mi
- 12/08/202432,107 mi+9,464 mi
- 07/08/202536,990 mi+4,883 mi
- 07/08/202536,990 mi
- 07/08/202643,172 mi+6,182 mi
Average of roughly 6,683 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Common Problems: SEAT TARRACO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 1.5 TSI "Kangarooing"(Moderate)
The engine can stutter or jerk when cold in first gear, common on early versions of this engine.
- DSG Gearbox Jerking at Low Speed(Moderate)
The 7-speed DSG can exhibit jerky gear changes, hesitation when pulling away, or delayed engagement in stop-start traffic, a common VW Group DQ200 issue.
- Brakes Premature Wear(Moderate)
Front brake pads and discs can wear faster than expected, particularly on DSG models. Squealing noises and reduced braking performance are typical symptoms.
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- 1.5 TSI "Kangarooing"Moderate
The engine can stutter or jerk when cold in first gear, common on early versions of this engine.
- DSG Gearbox Jerking at Low SpeedModerate
The 7-speed DSG can exhibit jerky gear changes, hesitation when pulling away, or delayed engagement in stop-start traffic, a common VW Group DQ200 issue.
- Brakes Premature WearModerate
Front brake pads and discs can wear faster than expected, particularly on DSG models. Squealing noises and reduced braking performance are typical symptoms.
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