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W538 PAU

2000 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

93,979 mi
Last recorded93,979 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2000 Seat Arosa62,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW538 PAU
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 93,979 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 89,400 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2014 83,298 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Apr 2013 77,749 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 77,749 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 73,268 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 64,416 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 58,936 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 May 2009 51,841 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 46,576 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 42,460 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 36,237 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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W538 PAU 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 91.7%.

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 W538 PAU, 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 W538 PAU registered?

W538 PAU is a 2000 Seat Arosa, first registered on 16 May 2000.

Is W538 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W538 PAU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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