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R556 VHK

1997 Seat Inca

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,101 mi
Last recorded118,101 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Seat Inca113,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 VHK
MakeSeat
ModelInca
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2016 118,101 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 110,980 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 98,337 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 87,627 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 82,454 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 79,971 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 77,755 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Inca?

Based on 79,781 MOT tests across 8,113 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
6,467
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
8,113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,617
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,892
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,852
position lamp(s) not working 3,710
Stop lamp not working 3,487
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R556 VHK is a 1997 Seat Inca in White with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Seat Inca models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 113,995 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Inca fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,617 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R556 VHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Inca typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Seat Inca is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R556 VHK?

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What year was R556 VHK registered?

R556 VHK is a 1997 Seat Inca, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R556 VHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 VHK shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R556 VHK have outstanding finance?

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