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W431 HBW

2000 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

68,191 mi
Last recorded68,191 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Seat Arosa62,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW431 HBW
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 68,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2021 67,131 miles

Rear exhaust system slightly detoriated

Pass 29 May 2020 66,291 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 65,294 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 64,809 miles

Rear exhaust system corroded and weak

Pass 31 May 2017 63,474 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 61,750 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 59,817 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 57,953 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 57,953 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2013 56,335 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 54,243 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2012 54,243 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 51,964 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 49,912 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 49,912 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 47,790 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 45,794 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 45,794 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 21 May 2007 43,769 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 May 2007 43,769 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 41,531 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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W431 HBW is a 2000 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 W431 HBW, 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 W431 HBW registered?

W431 HBW is a 2000 Seat Arosa, first registered on 28 June 2000.

Is W431 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W431 HBW shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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