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2018 SEAT ARONA1.0L Petrol

FA18 ACO

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Free vehicle summary for FA18 ACO: 2018 SEAT ARONA (Black, Petrol). Mileage: 58,540. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.

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Expires 09/07/2027
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2026‑06‑25 MOT at 58,540 miles confirms the SEAT ARONA remains roadworthy, though the tester flagged a near‑side front tyre that is cracked, perishing and worn close to the legal limit and noted slight play in the near‑side front track‑rod end ball joint. The record shows a stable maintenance pattern, with only minor tyre and suspension wear recurring across tests and no evidence of worsening mechanical failures. Mileage has risen from 16,842 miles in July 2021 to 58,540 miles in June 2026, averaging 7,318 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for an eight‑year‑old vehicle; the jump from 26,314 miles in July 2022 to 33,695 miles in June 2023 indicates steady accumulation rather than long periods of inactivity. Recurring issues centre on the front suspension: a damaged dust cover on the track‑rod end ball joint in July 2024 preceded the slight play recorded in July 2025 and the tyre wear noted in June 2026, suggesting progressive but not critical deterioration; no repeated failures were recorded on the brakes, drivetrain or structural components, and the exhaust and bodywork showed no documented corrosion. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension bushes and ball joints for play or corrosion, measure tyre tread depth and assess rubber condition, examine brake discs and calipers for binding or excessive wear, verify the integrity of the exhaust system and chassis for rust, and confirm that the child‑seat mounting does not impede adult belt inspection.

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Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 03:03
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2026‑06‑25 MOT at 58,540 miles confirms the SEAT ARONA remains roadworthy, though the tester flagged a near‑side front tyre that is cracked, perishing and worn close to the legal limit and noted slight play in the near‑side front track‑rod end ball joint. The record shows a stable maintenance pattern, with only minor tyre and suspension wear recurring across tests and no evidence of worsening mechanical failures. Mileage has risen from 16,842 miles in July 2021 to 58,540 miles in June 2026, averaging 7,318 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for an eight‑year‑old vehicle; the jump from 26,314 miles in July 2022 to 33,695 miles in June 2023 indicates steady accumulation rather than long periods of inactivity. Recurring issues centre on the front suspension: a damaged dust cover on the track‑rod end ball joint in July 2024 preceded the slight play recorded in July 2025 and the tyre wear noted in June 2026, suggesting progressive but not critical deterioration; no repeated failures were recorded on the brakes, drivetrain or structural components, and the exhaust and bodywork showed no documented corrosion. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension bushes and ball joints for play or corrosion, measure tyre tread depth and assess rubber condition, examine brake discs and calipers for binding or excessive wear, verify the integrity of the exhaust system and chassis for rust, and confirm that the child‑seat mounting does not impede adult belt inspection.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2018 Seat Arona (FA18 ACO) has a recorded MOT history spanning from June 2023 to June 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 6 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the”.

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