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SEAT Arosa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T288 RTAMOT history

T288 RTA is a red petrol SEAT Arosa first used on 6 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 78,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2023
Mileage
78,347 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T288 RTA
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
6 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T288 RTA was last recorded at 78,347 miles on 25 Oct 2022, 4,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Feb 2007: 39,932 miles, lower than 58,234 miles on 24 Feb 2006.
  • 28 May 2013: 40,848 miles, lower than 41,824 miles on 3 Feb 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,854 miles · 30 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,493 miles
Average per year
1,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 78,347 miles
  • 2021 – 73,854 miles
  • 2020 – 70,008 miles
  • 2019 – 65,328 miles
  • 2018 – 62,534 miles
  • 2017 – 57,502 miles
  • 2016 – 54,441 miles
  • 2015 – 49,831 miles
  • 2014 – 45,627 miles
  • 2013 – 40,848 miles
  • 2012 – 41,824 miles
  • 2010 – 41,810 miles
  • 2008 – 41,313 miles
  • 2007 – 39,932 miles
  • 2006 – 58,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,347 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Aft bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Aft bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Boot not opening still able to check inside boot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,347 miles (+4,493)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,347 miles
    Test number
    881350232019
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Aft bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Aft bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,854 miles (+44)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,854 miles
    Test number
    626213358691
    • AdvisoryBoot not opening still able to check inside boot
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shoch absorber covers loose
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail73,810 miles (+3,802)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,810 miles
    Test number
    569342311255
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoot not opening still able to check inside boot
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shoch absorber covers loose
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass70,008 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,008 miles
    Test number
    810487224019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail69,998 miles (+4,670)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,998 miles
    Test number
    848101037525
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass65,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,328 miles
    Test number
    377037658318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,328 miles (+23)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,328 miles
    Test number
    393492467513
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

  8. Fail65,305 miles (+2,771)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,305 miles
    Test number
    324767990326
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass62,534 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,534 miles
    Test number
    895377483925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,502 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    108097598171
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' and wiper marks to screen (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail57,502 miles (+3,061)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    507839982465
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' and wiper marks to screen (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass54,441 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,441 miles
    Test number
    382226529447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySTONE CHIPS IN SCREEN

  13. Fail54,441 miles (+4,610)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,441 miles
    Test number
    594184685284
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySTONE CHIPS IN SCREEN

  14. Pass49,831 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,831 miles
    Test number
    987142155109
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteStonechips to windscreen

  15. Fail49,831 miles (+4,204)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,831 miles
    Test number
    699270955103
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteStonechips to windscreen

  16. Fail45,627 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,627 miles
    Test number
    605810654159
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOsf tyre cracking in tread

  17. Pass45,627 miles (+4,779)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    45,627 miles
    Test number
    967700954164
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOsf tyre cracking in tread

  18. Pass40,848 miles (-976)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,848 miles
    Test number
    519918743128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,824 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,824 miles
    Test number
    178164432091
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteService brake has little reserve travel

  20. Fail41,824 miles (+14)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,824 miles
    Test number
    978323432056
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteService brake has little reserve travel

  21. Pass41,810 miles (+497)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    41,810 miles
    Test number
    504856860178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake pedal has long travel

  22. Pass41,313 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    41,313 miles
    Test number
    620459038065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,932 miles (-18,302)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    39,932 miles
    Test number
    551797347091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    58,234 miles
    Test number
    321365556008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,233 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,233 miles
    Test number
    191745856040
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T288 RTA

Does T288 RTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T288 RTA expired on 24 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T288 RTA?
The MOT on T288 RTA expired on 24 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T288 RTA done?
T288 RTA was recorded at 78,347 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2022, an average of 1,207 miles a year.
Has T288 RTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T288 RTA has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T288 RTA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T288 RTA find?
T288 RTA passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2022 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2, and 9 more.

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