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R649 UJC

1997 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

71,994 mi
Last recorded71,994 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Seat Arosa60,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR649 UJC
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2021 71,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2021 71,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 69,609 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2020 69,605 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 67,082 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 67,082 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 62,986 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 59,906 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 56,390 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 56,390 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 52,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/13 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 52,375 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/13 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 48,708 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 45,307 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 44,224 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 42,901 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 42,898 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 15,576 miles

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

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 40,352 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2009 40,352 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 39,245 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 39,245 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 37,706 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 35,731 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 35,731 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 32,896 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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R649 UJC is a 1997 Seat Arosa in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 R649 UJC, 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 R649 UJC registered?

R649 UJC is a 1997 Seat Arosa, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R649 UJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R649 UJC shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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