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GN51 XHS

2001 Seat Inca

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

146,303 mi
Last recorded146,303 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Seat Inca100,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 XHS
MakeSeat
ModelInca
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 146,303 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Feb 2013 146,303 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Handbrake high

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 136,177 miles

Engine oil on minimum level

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 129,625 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 129,621 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 121,426 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 106,864 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Sep 2008 106,848 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 100,100 miles

Nearside front tyre is on legal limit.(1.6mm)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 89,957 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 76,039 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Inca?

Based on 79,781 MOT tests across 8,113 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
6,467
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
8,113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,617
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,892
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,852
position lamp(s) not working 3,710
Stop lamp not working 3,487
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GN51 XHS is a 2001 Seat Inca in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Seat Inca models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 100,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Inca fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,617 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN51 XHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Inca typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Seat Inca is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN51 XHS?

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What year was GN51 XHS registered?

GN51 XHS is a 2001 Seat Inca, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is GN51 XHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 XHS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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