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R139 MDF

1998 Seat Inca Diesel

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

212,198 mi
Last recorded212,198 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Seat Inca Diesel112,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR139 MDF
MakeSeat
ModelInca Diesel
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 212,198 miles

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

Oil leak

all rear meatel brake pipes rusty from comoersater to brake hose

hand brake travel foot brake travel

spare wheel missing

under body rust

Pass 2 Jun 2007 212,169 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 2 Jun 2007 212,169 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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R139 MDF is a 1998 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 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Seat Inca Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 112,053 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 R139 MDF, 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 28 years old, this Seat Inca Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R139 MDF?

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What year was R139 MDF registered?

R139 MDF is a 1998 Seat Inca Diesel, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R139 MDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R139 MDF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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