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X293 XCL

2000 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

74,608 mi
Last recorded74,608 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Seat Arosa62,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX293 XCL
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 74,608 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 74,487 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 71,417 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 69,679 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 69,402 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 68,583 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 67,861 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 67,541 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box hanger (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 65,891 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 65,888 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 64,058 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 64,057 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 62,050 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 59,812 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 59,812 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 57,573 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 55,400 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 52,777 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 52,774 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 50,168 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 47,030 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 42,398 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 36,637 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 31,526 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 28,046 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 24,380 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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X293 XCL is a 2000 Seat Arosa in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 X293 XCL, 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

How do I check the history of X293 XCL?

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What year was X293 XCL registered?

X293 XCL is a 2000 Seat Arosa, first registered on 7 December 2000.

Is X293 XCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X293 XCL shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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