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2018 SEAT Arona 1.0L Petrol · GL68 AEA

GL68 AEA

2018 SEAT Arona (1.0L, petrol). First registered 23/11/2018. Recorded mileage 39,239 miles. MOT valid until 11/07/2027.

Make & Model
SEAT ARONA
Year / Origin
2018 · Maidstone
MOT Status
Valid until 11/07/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
39,239 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11/07/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The DVSA tester passed the 2018 SEAT Arona on 5 August 2025 at 36,835 miles and recorded no defects, confirming a stable upkeep profile with no worsening or recurring faults across its recorded life. Every examination from November 2021 through August 2025 returned a clean result. The maintenance trend is unequivocally stable, with no advisories on suspension, brakes, or structure at any stage. The odometer data reveals markedly low usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. In the 8 November 2021 test the car stood at 21,347 miles. By 14 November 2022 it had gained only 5,306 miles to 26,653. The 14 August 2023 examination showed 30,830 miles, the 6 August 2024 test 34,078 miles, and the final 2025 reading 36,835 miles, equating to roughly 4,600 miles per annum. Such light annual accumulation suggests gentle commuting or prolonged standing periods, yet the record remains sparse and entirely free of flagged wear. Because the MOT history flags no suspension bushes, coil springs, binding calipers, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions issues, prior owners clearly met statutory standards at each interval. A clean sheet across five consecutive tests implies disciplined garage attendance. Still, a buyer should commission an independent inspection of suspension arms for cracked bushes, measure brake disc thickness, and examine underbody seams for latent corrosion given the low mileage and potential dormant spells. The tester noted no structural integrity concerns, but physical appraisal remains a sound precaution before purchase.

GL68 AEA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/07/2026
  • 39,239 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for SEAT SEAT Arona

Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

GL68 AEA Mileage History

  1. 14/08/202330,830 mi
  2. 06/08/202434,078 mi+3,248 mi
  3. 05/08/202536,835 mi+2,757 mi
  4. 13/07/202639,239 mi+2,404 mi
  5. 13/07/202639,239 mi

Average of roughly 2,886 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GL68 AEA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Seat Arona (GL68 AEA) between August 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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