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R908 XVG

1997 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,360 mi
Last recorded62,360 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Seat Arosa60,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR908 XVG
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 62,360 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 62,359 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 56,109 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 51,536 miles

front suspension slightly corroded

o/s rear wheel arch corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2019 51,536 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

front suspension slightly corroded

o/s rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2018 50,729 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 48,690 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 46,208 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 44,288 miles

centre exhaust corroded.

Pass 12 Nov 2014 42,270 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 39,674 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 37,663 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 35,204 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 32,363 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 27,726 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 16,443 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 12,198 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 8,837 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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R908 XVG is a 1997 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R908 XVG, 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 R908 XVG registered?

R908 XVG is a 1997 Seat Arosa, first registered on 10 October 1997.

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