MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
139,064 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Engine oil leak
Nearside door mirror slightly damaged
Rear number plate
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Front brake pads getting low
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
How Reliable is the Seat Inca Diesel?
Based on 1,575 MOT tests across 355 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R289 BJA is a 1998 Seat Inca Diesel in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 R289 BJA, 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.
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How do I check the history of R289 BJA?
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What year was R289 BJA registered?
R289 BJA is a 1998 Seat Inca Diesel, first registered on 31 March 1998.
Is R289 BJA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R289 BJA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R289 BJA have outstanding finance?
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