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SEAT Arosa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T238 RCEMOT history

T238 RCE is a red petrol SEAT Arosa first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 68,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
68,812 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T238 RCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Arosa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T238 RCE was last recorded at 68,812 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 6,988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,824 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,988 miles
Average per year
1,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,812 miles
  • 2025 – 61,824 miles
  • 2024 – 57,440 miles
  • 2023 – 54,795 miles
  • 2022 – 52,521 miles
  • 2021 – 50,758 miles
  • 2020 – 50,521 miles
  • 2019 – 49,829 miles
  • 2018 – 48,886 miles
  • 2017 – 48,216 miles
  • 2016 – 47,608 miles
  • 2015 – 46,539 miles
  • 2014 – 45,377 miles
  • 2013 – 44,334 miles
  • 2012 – 43,305 miles
  • 2011 – 40,902 miles
  • 2010 – 39,308 miles
  • 2009 – 37,135 miles
  • 2008 – 34,826 miles
  • 2007 – 32,072 miles
  • 2006 – 28,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,812 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front door strap missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,812 miles (+6,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    68,812 miles
    Test number
    234352300495
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass61,824 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    61,824 miles
    Test number
    892818551010
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated tiny split ,slight weep of grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail61,824 miles (+4,384)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,824 miles
    Test number
    210137486109
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust silencer insecure rear box loose on centre pipe causing leak from system (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe join to cat blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive top of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive bottom of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass57,440 miles (+2,645)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    57,440 miles
    Test number
    411046320920
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise replacements soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive advise investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise replacement (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement advise replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacement low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement advise replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear brake service

  5. Pass54,795 miles (+2,274)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    54,795 miles
    Test number
    256679562705
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive advise investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s bottom arm bushes worn advise replacements (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  6. Pass52,521 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    52,521 miles
    Test number
    746714065699
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door strap missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail52,520 miles (+1,762)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,520 miles
    Test number
    912722784556
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff advise replacement (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door strap missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass50,758 miles (+237)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    50,758 miles
    Test number
    646761119153
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door strap missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass50,521 miles (+692)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    50,521 miles
    Test number
    764087061018
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door strap missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass49,829 miles (+943)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,829 miles
    Test number
    414157564542
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass48,886 miles (+670)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,886 miles
    Test number
    199885272740
    • AdvisoryALL tyres heavily cracked in tread, advise replacement
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass48,216 miles (+608)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,216 miles
    Test number
    714121366216
    • AdvisoryALL tyres showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded ALL have been cleaned and greased previously (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked/damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Bump stop deteriorated (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Small

  13. Pass47,608 miles (+1,069)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,608 miles
    Test number
    653971306491
    • AdvisoryALL tyres are starting to show signs of age
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded ALL brake pipes have been greased (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak (Small)

  14. Pass46,539 miles (+1,162)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,539 miles
    Test number
    219685505159
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  15. Pass45,377 miles (+1,043)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    45,377 miles
    Test number
    178314904166
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

  16. Fail44,334 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,334 miles
    Test number
    547719493003
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside front & rear tyres perished

  17. Pass44,334 miles (+1,029)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,334 miles
    Test number
    837389393023
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside front & rear tyres perished

  18. Pass43,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,305 miles
    Test number
    669248202193
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail43,305 miles (+2,403)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,305 miles
    Test number
    968308802190
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass40,902 miles (+1,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,902 miles
    Test number
    916684291046
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass39,308 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,308 miles
    Test number
    604822900139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,135 miles (+2,309)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,135 miles
    Test number
    763627399073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,826 miles
    Test number
    702494798017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,826 miles (+2,754)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,826 miles
    Test number
    430904398000
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  25. Pass32,072 miles (+3,404)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,072 miles
    Test number
    293810407121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,668 miles
    Test number
    140350906101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,668 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,668 miles
    Test number
    260550506184
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheels

Questions about T238 RCE

Does T238 RCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T238 RCE is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T238 RCE?
The MOT on T238 RCE is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T238 RCE done?
T238 RCE was recorded at 68,812 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 1,984 miles a year.
Has T238 RCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T238 RCE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T238 RCE 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 T238 RCE find?
T238 RCE passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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