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2011 SEAT Exeo 2.0L Diesel · FAX 3D

FAX 3D

2011 SEAT Exeo (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 203,356 miles. MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
SEAT EXEO
Year / Origin
2011 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 14 Jul 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
203,356 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 14 Jul 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2011
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in July 2025 at 203,356 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent instability marked by a significant failure just one month prior. The June 2025 test revealed critical safety defects, including a seriously weakened rear brake disc, both front tyres below the legal tread limit, and an inoperative stop lamp. While these issues were rectified to achieve the subsequent pass, the failure suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than proactive replacement of essential safety components. At 203,356 miles over fifteen years, this Exeo has covered a high average of approximately 13,500 miles per annum. The record shows consistent usage, with a notable jump of 7,568 miles recorded between June 2024 and June 2025. The rapid accumulation of over 28,000 miles in the final three years recorded indicates the vehicle is still being used frequently for long-distance travel. This high-mile profile places significant stress on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and cooling system, which typically experience accelerated wear at this stage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. Given the failure for a weakened rear disc in mid-2025, check for uneven pad wear or signs of corrosion on the calipers. The high mileage also necessitates a close look at the control arms, shock absorbers, and bushings, as these components often fail under constant load. Since the MOT history shows no structural advisories yet, a visual check of the sills and mounting points is vital to ensure that high-mileage use has not resulted in undetected structural corrosion.
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FAX 3D Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2025
  • 203,356 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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FAX 3D MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Seat Exeo (FAX 3D) between June 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 July 2025 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 (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))”.

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FAX 3D Mileage History

  1. 23/06/2022175,273 mi
  2. 20/06/2023183,463 mi+8,190 mi
  3. 18/06/2024190,788 mi+7,325 mi
  4. 30/06/2025203,355 mi+12,567 mi
  5. 16/07/2025203,356 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 9,167 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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40
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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