SEAT Mii: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 20,602 SEAT Mii cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2011 and 2022.
In a sample of 400 cars, 60.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (19.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 5 recalls for this model; 0.7% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 19.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 14% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 13% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 7.5% |
| Disc/drum brake binding | 7% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 6.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 5% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 5% |
| Airbag/seatbelt warning indicates a fault | 4.8% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 3.5% |
Share of 400 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 14.8% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4.5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 1% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 1% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 20,602 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.7% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2011 to 2022 |
All SEAT Mii passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-12-28 | bodywork | – | 351 |
| 2016-10-19 | bodywork | – | 1 |
| 2016-08-04 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | serious | 748 |
| 2015-09-07 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 4 |
| 2013-05-22 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 568 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the SEAT Mii fail the APK?
In a sample of 400 cars first registered 2012–2021, 60.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the SEAT Mii?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (19.8%), tyre tread depth insufficient (14%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (13%).
Does the SEAT Mii have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 5 recalls. 0.7% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other SEAT models
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.