At a Glance
The Seat Inca has 46 identified common problems across 1 generation, with the Inca (1995-2004) being the most affected generation and brakes the most common problem category. Based on 55K MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read our DVSA MOT data methodology →
Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Seat Inca common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Seat Inca generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Seat Inca MOT Failures
Every reason Seat Inca vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 18.87% |
| 2 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 10.05% |
| 3 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 4.49% |
| 4 | Number plate lamp not working | 4.30% |
| 5 | Driveshaft fault | 3.92% |
| 6 | Exhaust system fault | 3.81% |
| 7 | Stop lamp not working | 3.55% |
| 8 | Track rod end worn | 3.40% |
| 9 | Brake pads or linings worn | 3.30% |
| 10 | Front lamp not working | 3.04% |
| 11 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 2.58% |
| 12 | Suspension mounting corroded | 2.58% |
| 13 | Brake disc or drum worn | 2.44% |
| 14 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 2.23% |
| 15 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 2.21% |
| 16 | Front suspension joint worn | 2.09% |
| 17 | Tyre condition | 2.09% |
| 18 | Brake performance below minimum | 1.96% |
| 19 | Windscreen washer not working | 1.89% |
| 20 | Headlamp aim defect | 1.59% |
| 21 | Body corrosion or damage | 1.51% |
| 22 | Parking brake condition | 1.46% |
| 23 | Chassis condition | 1.14% |
| 24 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 0.92% |
| 25 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 0.80% |
| 26 | Steering rack fault | 0.67% |
| 27 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.66% |
| 28 | Position lamp not working | 0.66% |
| 29 | Front suspension fault | 0.53% |
| 30 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 0.52% |
| 31 | Fog lamp not working | 0.42% |
| 32 | Electrical switch fault | 0.41% |
| 33 | Seat belt condition | 0.40% |
| 34 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.38% |
| 35 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.37% |
| 36 | Airbag warning light on | 0.32% |
| 37 | Steering free play excessive | 0.26% |
| 38 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.26% |
| 39 | CV joint worn | 0.25% |
| 40 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.25% |
| 41 | Horn not working | 0.24% |
| 42 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.24% |
| 43 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.23% |
| 44 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.23% |
| 45 | Headlamp fault | 0.23% |
| 46 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.23% |
| 47 | Brake fluid leak | 0.23% |
| 48 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.22% |
| 49 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.19% |
| 50 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.19% |
| 51 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.19% |
| 52 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.19% |
| 53 | Steering operation fault | 0.18% |
| 54 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 0.18% |
| 55 | Load sensing valve fault | 0.17% |
| 56 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.16% |
| 57 | Brake lever fault | 0.15% |
| 58 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.15% |
| 59 | Steering column fault | 0.15% |
| 60 | Rear lamp not working | 0.15% |
| 61 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.13% |
| 62 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.13% |
| 63 | Brake caliper fault | 0.12% |
| 64 | Power steering pump fault | 0.12% |
| 65 | Drag link end worn | 0.11% |
| 66 | Front passenger door fault | 0.10% |
| 67 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.10% |
| 68 | Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded | 0.10% |
| 69 | Driver seat fault | 0.09% |
| 70 | Indicator fault | 0.09% |
| 71 | Brake linkage mounting fault | 0.09% |
| 72 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.08% |
| 73 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.08% |
| 74 | Rear suspension fault | 0.08% |
| 75 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.08% |
| 76 | Brake valve fault | 0.08% |
| 77 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.08% |
| 78 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.07% |
| 79 | Body security fault | 0.07% |
| 80 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.07% |
| 81 | Loading door damaged or insecure | 0.07% |
| 82 | Anchor bracket corroded | 0.06% |
| 83 | Steering coupling worn | 0.06% |
| 84 | Leaf spring broken or corroded | 0.06% |
| 85 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.06% |
| 86 | Towbar fault | 0.06% |
| 87 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.05% |
| 88 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | 0.05% |
| 89 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | 0.05% |
| 90 | Steering drive system fault | 0.05% |
| 91 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.05% |
| 92 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.04% |
| 93 | Driver airbag fault | 0.04% |
| 94 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.04% |
| 95 | Spare wheel fault | 0.04% |
| 96 | Steering lock fault | 0.04% |
| 97 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.04% |
| 98 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.04% |
| 99 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.04% |
| 100 | Brake pedal fault | 0.03% |
| 101 | Driver door fault | 0.03% |
| 102 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | 0.03% |
| 103 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | 0.03% |
| 104 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.03% |
| 105 | Engine oil leak | 0.03% |
| 106 | Steering shaft fault | 0.03% |
| 107 | Steering arm worn | 0.03% |
| 108 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 109 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | 0.02% |
| 110 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 111 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.02% |
| 112 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | 0.02% |
| 113 | Vehicle floor corroded | 0.02% |
| 114 | Speedometer fault | 0.02% |
| 115 | Brake master cylinder or servo mounting fault | 0.02% |
| 116 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.02% |
| 117 | Passenger seat fault | 0.02% |
| 118 | Power steering ram fault | 0.02% |
| 119 | Suspension coupling worn | 0.02% |
| 120 | Access panel damaged or insecure | 0.01% |
| 121 | Indicator warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 122 | Securing bolts missing or insecure | 0.01% |
| 123 | Undertray damaged or missing | 0.01% |
| 124 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | 0.01% |
| 125 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.01% |
| 126 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.01% |
| 127 | Suspension unit fault | 0.01% |
| 128 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | <0.01% |
| 129 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 130 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 131 | Main beam warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 132 | Propshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 133 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 134 | Stub axle worn | <0.01% |
| 135 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 136 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 137 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 138 | Brake relay lever fault | <0.01% |
| 139 | Brake slack adjuster fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 141 | Exhaust leak | <0.01% |
| 142 | Hand-operated brake valve condition | <0.01% |
| 143 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 144 | ABS fault | <0.01% |
| 145 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 146 | Brake pedal linkage fault | <0.01% |
| 147 | Dropside damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 148 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 149 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 150 | Steering damper fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 152 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
Showing all 152 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Seat Inca MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Seat Inca, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Seat Inca problems?
Based on analysis of 55K Seat Inca MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 46 identified common problems across 1 generation. The most frequently flagged issue is "Brake hydraulic component worn". Brakes is the most common problem category.
Which Seat Inca generation has the most problems?
The Seat Inca Inca (1995-2004) (1995–2004) has the highest number of identified common problems (58). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Seat Inca?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Seat Inca owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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