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X791 UAF

2000 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

86,436 mi
Last recorded86,436 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2000 Seat Arosa62,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX791 UAF
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 86,436 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front cil bent slightly damaged

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

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

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

Rear both rear suspension dampers corroded and slightly won shocker case plastic damaged x2

age related corrosion underneath car and suspension

Fail 26 Sep 2023 86,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed door card falls off and pull on the inner door handle and may open (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front cil bent slightly damaged

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

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

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

Rear both rear suspension dampers corroded and slightly won shocker case plastic damaged x2

age related corrosion underneath car and suspension

Pass 6 Oct 2022 78,989 miles

All suspension components showing corrosion

Pass 12 Oct 2021 70,104 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 70,104 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 60,265 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2020 60,265 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 54,450 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 50,595 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 41,208 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 40,869 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 40,148 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 39,365 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 39,365 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2011 38,840 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 38,075 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 38,075 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 36,911 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 35,698 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 34,290 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 32,402 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 30,447 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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X791 UAF is a 2000 Seat Arosa in Red 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 X791 UAF, 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 X791 UAF?

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What year was X791 UAF registered?

X791 UAF is a 2000 Seat Arosa, first registered on 11 September 2000.

Is X791 UAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X791 UAF 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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