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P523 VBE

1997 Seat Inca Diesel

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

188,767 mi
Last recorded188,767 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Seat Inca Diesel130,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP523 VBE
MakeSeat
ModelInca Diesel
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2008 188,767 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 183,305 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2006 178,023 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Inca Diesel?

Based on 1,575 MOT tests across 355 vehicles.

59.9%
Pass Rate
7,247
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
355
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 144
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
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P523 VBE is a 1997 Seat Inca Diesel in White with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Seat Inca Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.6% with a typical mileage of 130,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Inca Diesel fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P523 VBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Inca Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Seat Inca Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P523 VBE registered?

P523 VBE is a 1997 Seat Inca Diesel, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P523 VBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P523 VBE shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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