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W615 BAC

2000 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,481 mi
Last recorded108,481 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 2000 Seat Arosa62,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW615 BAC
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 108,481 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 95,129 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 95,108 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 92,031 miles

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamps have 1/6 inoperative when the foot brake is depressed

(2d)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items left within the vehicle not ordinarily used with the vehicle should be removed from the boot and vehicle prior to presenting for an exmination

(4.1D.1a)The offside front tyre outer wall has a cut present not deep enough to reach the cords or ply,but has clearly weakend the wall

(4.1D.1e)The nearside rear tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(4.1D.1e)The offside front tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(4.2A.1c)Having removed and replaced the rear road wheels to service brake brakes,the wheels have not had their guides fitted to ensure central location on the hubs when originally fitted.

(6.1.1)The offside floor panel is distorted

(6.1C.1)The offside front door mirror housing is damaged but not resulting in sharp edges likely to injury pedestrians at the time of examination

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 20 Aug 2013 92,031 miles

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

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamps have 1/6 inoperative when the foot brake is depressed

(2d)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items left within the vehicle not ordinarily used with the vehicle should be removed from the boot and vehicle prior to presenting for an exmination

(3.7A.6b)The park brake imbalance has been recorded at 40% clearly indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1D.1a)The offside front tyre outer wall has a cut present not deep enough to reach the cords or ply,but has clearly weakend the wall

(4.1D.1e)The nearside rear tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(4.1D.1e)The offside front tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(6.1.1)The offside floor panel is distorted

(6.1C.1)The offside front door mirror housing is damaged but not resulting in sharp edges likely to injury pedestrians at the time of examination

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 17 Sep 2012 79,675 miles

(1.9.1)The battery charge level is low

(1.9.2)The offside front door post (A) wiring harness protective cover is insecure

(3.5.1j)The nearside front brake caliper lower guide pin after removal appears to be of a different specification to the rest fitted to the front calipers,the lower weather seal is also missing and both should be given attention.

(3.7.5a)The rear service brakes performance test advises that the operation of the brakes are noisy and ready for service

(4.1D.1e)The nearside rear tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(4.1D.1e)The offside front tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.73mm

(4.2A.1c)Having replaced the front brake pads to the nearside and the offside front brakes, after removal of the front wheels it has been noticed that the wheels hub centre diameters are incorrect for the wheel hubs fitted to.

(5.2.4a)The offside rear seat belt locking stork covers are insecure

(6.2B.1a)The offside front outer door handle key barrel is insecure

(8.3.1e)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency recommend that any items fitted to the interior mirror,which are likely to obscure the view of the road should not be fitted

NONE RELATED MOT ITEM AT TIME OF EXAMINATION.

NOTES RECORDED AT TIME OF RETEST

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The instrument display has a EPC warning lamp on indicating that a electrical fault is present

Fail 17 Sep 2012 79,675 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

(1.9.1)The battery charge level is low

(1.9.2)The offside front door post (A) wiring harness protective cover is insecure

(3.5.1g)The nearside front brake pads are worn close to the legal limit

(3.5.1g)The offside front brake pads are worn close to the legal limit

(3.5.1i)The offside front brake disc rubbing surface (face) is scored

(3.7.5a)The rear service brakes performance test advises that the operation of the brakes are noisy and ready for service

(4.1D.1e)The nearside rear tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(4.1D.1e)The offside front tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.73mm

(5.2.4a)The offside rear seat belt locking stork covers are insecure

(6.2B.1a)The offside front outer door handle key barrel is insecure

(8.3.1e)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency recommend that any items fitted to the interior mirror,which are likely to obscure the view of the road should not be fitted

NONE RELATED MOT ITEM AT TIME OF EXAMINATION.

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The instrument display has a EPC warning lamp on indicating that a electrical fault is present

Pass 15 Jan 2011 66,080 miles

ADVISE CORROSION ON N/S/R FLOOR ADVISE UNDERSEAL TO STOP ROTTING

ADVISE O/S/R SHOCK ABSORBER WEEPING OIL

Pass 13 Jan 2010 63,546 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 58,556 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2009 58,556 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 49,823 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 40,611 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 34,636 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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W615 BAC is a 2000 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W615 BAC, 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.

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W615 BAC is a 2000 Seat Arosa, first registered on 9 March 2000.

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