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W97 XGH

2000 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Seat Arosa62,285 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW97 XGH
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2022

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 May 2021

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020

offside rear shock dust cover broken

Fail 14 May 2020

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

offside rear shock dust cover broken

Pass 18 Mar 2019

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

nearside rear shock dust cover broken

Pass 6 Mar 2018

offside front door hinge slight movement

offside rear shock dust cover broken

Fail 6 Mar 2018

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside front door hinge slight movement

offside rear shock dust cover broken

Pass 18 Jan 2017
Pass 2 Nov 2015
Pass 1 Oct 2014
Pass 29 Aug 2013 51,567 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012
Pass 8 Jun 2011 46,554 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 47,607 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 55,667 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2008 41,687 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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 41,687 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 35,883 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2007 35,883 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 29,007 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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W97 XGH is a 2000 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 W97 XGH, 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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What year was W97 XGH registered?

W97 XGH is a 2000 Seat Arosa, first registered on 10 April 2000.

Is W97 XGH safe to buy?

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