2020 SEAT Tarraco 1.5L Petrol · NJ20 HBY
2020 SEAT Tarraco (1.5L, petrol). First registered 15 Jun 2020. Recorded mileage 36,838 miles. MOT expired on 07 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- SEAT TARRACO
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,838 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
NJ20 HBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/02/2025
- 36,838 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
NJ20 HBY Mileage History
- 01/04/20239,431 mi
- 22/12/202313,298 mi+3,867 mi
- 08/03/202415,533 mi+2,235 mi
- 14/02/202536,096 mi+20,563 mi
- 28/02/202536,838 mi+742 mi
Average of roughly 14,316 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NJ20 HBY 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 (NJ20 HBY) between April 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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