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R599 EKN

1997 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

61,080 mi
Last recorded61,080 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Seat Arosa60,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR599 EKN
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 61,080 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 59,533 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Nov 2022 59,531 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 57,712 miles

Nearside Front poor beam pattern

Fail 10 Sep 2021 57,710 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front poor beam pattern

Pass 8 Sep 2020 55,309 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 51,900 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 48,066 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 48,066 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 46,881 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 46,876 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Both headlamp mask kits poor condition

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 43,192 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 41,600 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 40,269 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 37,376 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 37,376 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 36,629 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 36,553 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 36,468 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 36,399 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2009 36,399 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2008 36,333 miles

Headlamps fitted with continental beam deflectors.

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

Fail 13 Sep 2007 36,284 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 36,284 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 35,835 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 35,835 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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R599 EKN is a 1997 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R599 EKN, 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.

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What year was R599 EKN registered?

R599 EKN is a 1997 Seat Arosa, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R599 EKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R599 EKN shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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