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SEAT Arosa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T118 BAFMOT history

T118 BAF is a red petrol SEAT Arosa first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2019 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 98,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2019
Mileage
98,192 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T118 BAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Arosa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2019
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T118 BAF was last recorded at 98,192 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 9,076 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,116 miles · 8 Aug 2018
Between the last two tests
9,076 miles
Average per year
3,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,192 miles
  • 2018 – 89,116 miles
  • 2017 – 84,886 miles
  • 2016 – 83,518 miles
  • 2015 – 80,371 miles
  • 2014 – 80,368 miles
  • 2013 – 76,028 miles
  • 2012 – 73,578 miles
  • 2011 – 66,702 miles
  • 2010 – 55,561 miles
  • 2009 – 44,767 miles
  • 2008 – 41,808 miles
  • 2006 – 36,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,192 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,192 miles (+9,076)4 major1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,192 miles
    Test number
    561880231015
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Pass89,116 miles (+4,230)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    962072869951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass84,886 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,886 miles
    Test number
    193664440351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  4. Fail84,886 miles (+1,368)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,886 miles
    Test number
    371933998835
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  5. Pass83,518 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,518 miles
    Test number
    713239345902
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing getting noise
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing

  6. Fail83,518 miles (+3,147)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,518 miles
    Test number
    474224890305
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing getting noise
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing

  7. Pass80,371 miles (+3)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    80,371 miles
    Test number
    875167605001
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs badly corroded.
    • NoteN/S/F wheel bearing noisy on rotation.
    • NoteOil level dangerously low prior to test.

  8. Fail80,368 miles (+4,340)2 dangerous3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,368 miles
    Test number
    577770054361
    • DangerousNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs badly corroded.
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding.
    • NoteO/S/F wheel bearing noisy on rotation.
    • NoteOil level extremely low prior to test.

  9. Pass76,028 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,028 miles
    Test number
    376261133356
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded and scaly.
    • NoteO/S headlamp has water ingress and is starting to diffuse pattern.

  10. Fail76,028 miles (+2,450)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,028 miles
    Test number
    238011133363
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded and scaly.
    • NoteO/S headlamp has water ingress and is starting to diffuse pattern.

  11. Pass73,578 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    73,578 miles
    Test number
    656522742371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront disc rusty

  12. Fail73,578 miles (+6,876)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,578 miles
    Test number
    159792442331
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront disc rusty

  13. Pass66,702 miles (+11,141)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,702 miles
    Test number
    246920031302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,561 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    55,561 miles
    Test number
    170990000309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail55,561 miles (+10,794)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,561 miles
    Test number
    424010200432
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass44,767 miles (+2,959)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,767 miles
    Test number
    753694859288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,808 miles (+4,931)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,808 miles
    Test number
    724435898206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,877 miles
    Test number
    181184296473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,877 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,877 miles
    Test number
    201024796081
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f and o/s/r and n/s/r tyre sidewalls perishing

Questions about T118 BAF

Does T118 BAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T118 BAF expired on 7 Aug 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T118 BAF?
The MOT on T118 BAF expired on 7 Aug 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T118 BAF done?
T118 BAF was recorded at 98,192 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 3,015 miles a year.
Has T118 BAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T118 BAF has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T118 BAF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T118 BAF find?
T118 BAF failed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 7 more.

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