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P389 DNP

1997 Seat Arosa

Green Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

95,623 mi
Last recorded95,623 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Seat Arosa60,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 DNP
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 95,623 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level has a few segments out (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both outer body sills showing corrosion

both rear shock absorber outer covers dropped down

Fail 4 Jun 2020 95,623 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch , within 12 inches of suspension /beam axle mounting assy (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level has a few segments out (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front tyres worn on inside edges, nearside nearly to cord

both outer body sills showing corrosion

both rear shock absorber outer covers dropped down

Pass 2 Jan 2019 92,381 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion along nearside outer body sill not yet considered excessive.

offside check strap broken.

Pass 9 Jan 2018 89,941 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside outer body sill quite heavily corroded not yet considered excessive.

Fail 8 Jan 2018 89,940 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre badly perished. (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre low on inner edge 1.8mm

nearside outer body sill quite heavily corroded not yet considered excessive.

Pass 30 Sep 2016 87,705 miles

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

both outer body sills corroding

offside rear tyre sidewalls perrished.

shock absorbers feel weak in operation.

Fail 30 Sep 2016 87,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

both outer body sills corroding

offside rear tyre sidewalls perrished.

shock absorbers feel weak in operation.

Pass 30 Sep 2015 86,583 miles

metal brake pipes running front to rear showing corrosion

Pass 1 Oct 2014 85,482 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside front indicator lens taped up.

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 83,891 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 83,873 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 82,039 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

airbag warning light on

Fail 20 Aug 2012 82,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

airbag warning light on

Pass 26 Jul 2011 80,998 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 80,564 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

near side front door trim protruding slightly

Fail 23 Jul 2010 80,553 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

near side front door trim protruding slightly

Pass 27 Jul 2009 80,082 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f & o/s/r tyres perished in tread area & sidewalls

Pass 25 Jul 2008 78,941 miles

Offside rear tyre perished. No cords/ply showing

Pass 1 Aug 2007 76,844 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 76,843 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 75,484 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2005 74,244 miles

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

air bag warning lamp staying on

nail in tyre

How Reliable is the Seat Arosa?

Based on 269,006 MOT tests across 18,002 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
4,317
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,080
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,623
Stop lamp not working 4,843
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,712
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 4,672
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P389 DNP is a 1997 Seat Arosa in Green with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1997 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 60,650 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Seat Arosa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,080 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P389 DNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Arosa typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Seat Arosa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P389 DNP registered?

P389 DNP is a 1997 Seat Arosa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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