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V544 DLA

2000 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,258 mi
Last recorded78,258 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Seat Arosa62,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV544 DLA
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 78,258 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 76,624 miles

exhaust is loud

Pass 31 Jul 2014 71,506 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 62,970 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 59,076 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 59,076 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 56,099 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 56,099 miles

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 52,977 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 47,846 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 43,376 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 40,108 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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V544 DLA is a 2000 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V544 DLA, 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 V544 DLA registered?

V544 DLA is a 2000 Seat Arosa, first registered on 14 January 2000.

Is V544 DLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V544 DLA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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