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SEAT Arosa

Bronze · Diesel · 2001 · 1,422 cc

Y883 GDUMOT history

Y883 GDU is a bronze diesel SEAT Arosa first used on 1 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 82,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
82,030 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y883 GDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Arosa
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y883 GDU was last recorded at 82,030 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,028 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,030 miles
  • 2025 – 81,466 miles
  • 2024 – 80,833 miles
  • 2023 – 80,271 miles
  • 2022 – 79,688 miles
  • 2021 – 78,971 miles
  • 2020 – 77,828 miles
  • 2019 – 76,120 miles
  • 2018 – 74,452 miles
  • 2017 – 72,559 miles
  • 2016 – 70,488 miles
  • 2015 – 67,086 miles
  • 2014 – 62,971 miles
  • 2013 – 59,219 miles
  • 2012 – 55,923 miles
  • 2011 – 52,447 miles
  • 2010 – 49,260 miles
  • 2009 – 45,949 miles
  • 2008 – 43,576 miles
  • 2007 – 39,982 miles
  • 2006 – 36,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,030 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Centre exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,030 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    82,030 miles
    Test number
    976989239468
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail82,028 miles (+562)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,028 miles
    Test number
    937407116596
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass81,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,466 miles
    Test number
    568304620642
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  4. Fail81,466 miles (+633)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,466 miles
    Test number
    139804716874
    • MajorNearside Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  5. Pass80,833 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    80,833 miles
    Test number
    797316123087
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail80,833 miles (+562)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,833 miles
    Test number
    673108151943
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,271 miles (+583)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,271 miles
    Test number
    158958654331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,688 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,688 miles
    Test number
    540915273181
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail79,688 miles (+717)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,688 miles
    Test number
    832459803280
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass78,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,971 miles
    Test number
    496074432504
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Fail78,971 miles (+1,143)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,971 miles
    Test number
    663473551877
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced corroded bulbs replaced both stop tail lamps (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass77,828 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,828 miles
    Test number
    879398543527
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail77,826 miles (+1,706)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,826 miles
    Test number
    531566636157
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass76,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,120 miles
    Test number
    301541208666
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail76,120 miles (+1,668)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,120 miles
    Test number
    280087026089
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass74,452 miles (+41)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,452 miles
    Test number
    154689720453
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes starting to corrode nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes starting to corrode nearside and offside

  17. Fail74,411 miles (+1,852)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,411 miles
    Test number
    990962340699
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes starting to corrode nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes starting to corrode nearside and offside

  18. Pass72,559 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    538818953554
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail72,559 miles (+2,071)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    878881493422
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass70,488 miles (+3,402)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,488 miles
    Test number
    298279342756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass67,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,086 miles
    Test number
    579439665048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail67,086 miles (+4,115)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,086 miles
    Test number
    725769365042
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass62,971 miles (+3,752)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,971 miles
    Test number
    547217454005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,219 miles (+3,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,219 miles
    Test number
    389225363085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass55,923 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,923 miles
    Test number
    676613872035
    • NoteNearside front outer sidewall perished.

  26. Fail55,923 miles (+3,476)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,923 miles
    Test number
    506079362099
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front outer sidewall perished.

  27. Pass52,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,447 miles
    Test number
    175813371451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail52,447 miles (+3,187)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,447 miles
    Test number
    416101271001
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops perrished

  29. Pass49,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,260 miles
    Test number
    583866070045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail49,260 miles (+3,311)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,260 miles
    Test number
    954542070028
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass45,949 miles (+2,373)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,949 miles
    Test number
    991141069008
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  32. Pass43,576 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,576 miles
    Test number
    812515878038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass39,982 miles (+3,687)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,982 miles
    Test number
    631674977097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass36,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,295 miles
    Test number
    212667376020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y883 GDU

Does Y883 GDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y883 GDU is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y883 GDU?
The MOT on Y883 GDU is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y883 GDU done?
Y883 GDU was recorded at 82,030 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 2,291 miles a year.
Has Y883 GDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y883 GDU has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y883 GDU 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 Y883 GDU find?
Y883 GDU passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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