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R127 VNO

1997 Seat Inca Diesel

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

113,472 mi
Last recorded113,472 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Seat Inca Diesel130,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR127 VNO
MakeSeat
ModelInca Diesel
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2007 113,472 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S head light has crack but secure

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake could be improved

Rear fog light lens taped up

Pass 13 Sep 2007 113,472 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S head light has crack but secure

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake could be improved

Rear fog light lens taped up

Fail 10 Sep 2007 113,283 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

O/S Headlamp slightly damaged (Not affecting beam image)

Parking brake reserve could be improved

Rear fog lamp lense repaired with lense tape

Rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Some slight corrosion starting on n/s outer sill

Fail 31 Aug 2007 113,096 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

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

O/S Headlamp lens damaged

Parking brake reserve could be improved

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

Rear foglamp repaired with lens tap

Some slight corrosion on n/s sill

Pass 31 Aug 2006 104,440 miles

slight corrosion rear across axle pipes

stone damage o/s headlamp

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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R127 VNO is a 1997 Seat Inca Diesel in White with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R127 VNO, 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.

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What year was R127 VNO registered?

R127 VNO is a 1997 Seat Inca Diesel, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R127 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R127 VNO shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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