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SB53 ENR

2003 Seat Inca

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,839 mi
Last recorded155,839 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Inca86,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 ENR
MakeSeat
ModelInca
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2016 155,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wing & door (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside rear inner arch corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2015 147,079 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2015 147,079 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 139,638 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 127,962 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 118,818 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 109,603 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 99,191 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 1 Nov 2010 99,188 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 88,928 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 77,835 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 63,102 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 63,102 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 48,650 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Inca?

Based on 79,781 MOT tests across 8,113 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
6,467
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
8,113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,617
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,892
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,852
position lamp(s) not working 3,710
Stop lamp not working 3,487
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SB53 ENR is a 2003 Seat Inca in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Seat Inca models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 86,322 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Inca fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,617 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB53 ENR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Inca typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Seat Inca is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SB53 ENR registered?

SB53 ENR is a 2003 Seat Inca, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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