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V281 XUB

2000 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,815 mi
Last recorded78,815 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2000 Seat Arosa62,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV281 XUB
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 78,815 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 78,811 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 77,791 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 24 Jan 2017 71,340 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 59,656 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 58,599 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 56,368 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 56,368 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 55,433 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 51,502 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 45,296 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 39,029 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 35,907 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 31,086 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 29,082 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 25,262 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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V281 XUB is a 2000 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 62,285 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 V281 XUB, 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 26 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 V281 XUB registered?

V281 XUB is a 2000 Seat Arosa, first registered on 24 February 2000.

Is V281 XUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V281 XUB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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