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R299 GEG

1998 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,766 mi
Last recorded87,766 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Seat Arosa65,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR299 GEG
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 87,766 miles

n/s/f internal door pull modified

windscreen cracked

Pass 26 Sep 2022 76,891 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 76,891 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 68,808 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 56,370 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 44,012 miles

All tyres perished

Pass 7 Sep 2017 29,993 miles

Light corrosion to front suspension arms

Fail 2 Sep 2017 29,992 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Light corrosion to front suspension arms

Pass 29 Jul 2008 29,497 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 29,491 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 29,467 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 28,446 miles

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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R299 GEG is a 1998 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 65,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R299 GEG, 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 28 years old, this Seat Arosa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R299 GEG?

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What year was R299 GEG registered?

R299 GEG is a 1998 Seat Arosa, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R299 GEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R299 GEG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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