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R361 KKH

1997 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,027 mi
Last recorded56,027 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Seat Arosa60,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR361 KKH
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2010 56,027 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 37,298 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 15 Dec 2009 37,298 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 17 Dec 2008 29,634 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 29,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Advanced perishing to both rear tyres

Battery insecure

Corrosion to fuel tank straps

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

N/S door mirror is damaged

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

Travel on footbrake

Pass 13 Nov 2007 26,901 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

age cracking to both rear tyres

corrosion to front sec tion of the exhaust

damage to nearside front wing mirror

surface corrosion to both rear wheel arches

Fail 12 Nov 2007 26,901 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

age cracking to both rear tyres

both front lower arms slightly corrodid

corrosion to front sec tion of the exhaust

damage to nearside front wing mirror

surface corrosion to both rear wheel arches

Pass 2 Oct 2006 24,468 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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R361 KKH is a 1997 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 60,650 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 Arosa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,080 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R361 KKH, 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 29 years old, this Seat Arosa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R361 KKH registered?

R361 KKH is a 1997 Seat Arosa, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R361 KKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R361 KKH shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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