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R457 JDU

1997 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,717 mi
Last recorded84,717 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Seat Arosa60,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 JDU
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2008 84,717 miles

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

slight damage to front and rear number plates

slight deterioration on front brake hoses

Fail 30 Apr 2008 84,717 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

slight damage to front and rear number plates

slight deterioration on front brake hoses

Pass 30 Mar 2007 75,698 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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R457 JDU is a 1997 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R457 JDU, 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

How do I check the history of R457 JDU?

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What year was R457 JDU registered?

R457 JDU is a 1997 Seat Arosa, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is R457 JDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R457 JDU 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.

Does R457 JDU have outstanding finance?

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