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V57 DBU

1999 Seat Inca Diesel

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,034 mi
Last recorded79,034 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2007
Typical for 1999 Seat Inca Diesel106,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV57 DBU
MakeSeat
ModelInca Diesel
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2007 79,034 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 59,885 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2006 59,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

How Reliable is the Seat Inca Diesel?

Based on 1,575 MOT tests across 355 vehicles.

59.9%
Pass Rate
7,247
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
355
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 144
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
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V57 DBU is a 1999 Seat Inca Diesel in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Seat Inca Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 106,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Inca Diesel fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V57 DBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Inca Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Seat Inca Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V57 DBU?

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What year was V57 DBU registered?

V57 DBU is a 1999 Seat Inca Diesel, first registered on 6 September 1999.

Is V57 DBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V57 DBU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V57 DBU have outstanding finance?

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