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R970 YNB

1997 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

75,536 mi
Last recorded75,536 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Seat Arosa60,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 YNB
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2009 75,536 miles

n/s/r slight leak on exhaust box

Fail 23 Jun 2009 75,511 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/r slight leak on exhaust box

Pass 9 May 2008 69,847 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2008 69,847 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2006 61,633 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

bboth rear shocks dust covers loose

Pass 6 Nov 2006 61,633 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

bboth rear shocks dust covers loose

Pass 1 Nov 2005 55,747 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 55,747 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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R970 YNB is a 1997 Seat Arosa in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R970 YNB, 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 R970 YNB registered?

R970 YNB is a 1997 Seat Arosa, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is R970 YNB safe to buy?

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