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S566 LBT

1999 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Seat Arosa62,778 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS566 LBT
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2014
Pass 16 Mar 2013 46,654 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 40,331 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2011 34,675 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 34,675 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 31,109 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 31,109 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 25,218 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 24,671 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 22,749 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 20,201 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2006 202,001 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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S566 LBT is a 1999 Seat Arosa in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 62,778 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 S566 LBT, 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 27 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 S566 LBT registered?

S566 LBT is a 1999 Seat Arosa, first registered on 17 January 1999.

Is S566 LBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S566 LBT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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