SEAT logo

SEAT Arosa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T255 OUBMOT history

T255 OUB is a red petrol SEAT Arosa first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 81,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
81,989 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,871 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T255 OUB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T255 OUB
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 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T255 OUB was last recorded at 81,989 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 8,464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,525 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,464 miles
Average per year
1,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,989 miles
  • 2024 – 73,525 miles
  • 2023 – 65,195 miles
  • 2019 – 63,114 miles
  • 2015 – 63,015 miles
  • 2014 – 60,877 miles
  • 2013 – 59,531 miles
  • 2012 – 57,853 miles
  • 2011 – 56,295 miles
  • 2010 – 54,314 miles
  • 2009 – 52,789 miles
  • 2008 – 50,580 miles
  • 2007 – 48,909 miles
  • 2006 – 45,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,989 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCrack in windscreenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

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.

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,989 miles (+8,464)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    81,989 miles
    Test number
    889528500175
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

  2. Pass73,525 miles (+8,330)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    73,525 miles
    Test number
    497828361857
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen not affecting view
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating

  3. Pass65,195 miles (+2,081)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,195 miles
    Test number
    809886032514
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill and wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass63,114 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,114 miles
    Test number
    247055171323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,015 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,015 miles
    Test number
    509548905214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  6. Fail63,015 miles (+2,138)3 dangerous1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,015 miles
    Test number
    376208395139
    • DangerousCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  7. Pass60,877 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,877 miles
    Test number
    597105004270
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  8. Fail60,877 miles (+1,346)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,877 miles
    Test number
    146164504210
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  9. Pass59,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,531 miles
    Test number
    418464503256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,531 miles (+1,678)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,531 miles
    Test number
    368923103261
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass57,853 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,853 miles
    Test number
    299198882428
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  12. Fail57,853 miles (+1,558)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,853 miles
    Test number
    898687382166
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass56,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,295 miles
    Test number
    609619681196
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Fail56,295 miles (+1,981)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,295 miles
    Test number
    935129681187
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass54,314 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,314 miles
    Test number
    120069880107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail54,314 miles (+1,525)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,314 miles
    Test number
    292099580493
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail52,789 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,789 miles
    Test number
    253821099108
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak on engine. Powersteering pipes corroded.

  18. Pass52,789 miles (+2,209)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,789 miles
    Test number
    543561499147
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak on engine. Powersteering pipes corroded.

  19. Pass50,580 miles (+1,671)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,580 miles
    Test number
    250459198168
    • Note1 powersteering pipes corroded

  20. Pass48,909 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,909 miles
    Test number
    723794787150
    • Note1 powersteering pipes corroded

  21. Fail48,909 miles (+2,964)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,909 miles
    Test number
    543754787134
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  22. Pass45,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,945 miles
    Test number
    214175506296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,945 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,945 miles
    Test number
    281345506202
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteP a s pipes are corroded

Questions about T255 OUB

Does T255 OUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T255 OUB is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T255 OUB?
The MOT on T255 OUB is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T255 OUB done?
T255 OUB was recorded at 81,989 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 1,871 miles a year.
Has T255 OUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 OUB has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on T255 OUB 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 T255 OUB find?
T255 OUB passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 9 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T255 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.