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AE51 AEU

2001 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,702 mi
Last recorded97,702 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 AEU
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 97,702 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

various brake pipes coated with grease

Pass 19 Jun 2018 94,455 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 94,455 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Coolant leak radiator ()

Pass 28 Jun 2017 92,614 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 90,806 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 88,577 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 86,036 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 81,795 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 75,174 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 69,549 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 62,381 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 56,690 miles

Slight play in offside wishbone rear bush

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 50,580 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 40,141 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 37,977 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2005 32,101 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2005 32,100 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Seat Arosa?

Based on 269,006 MOT tests across 18,002 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
4,317
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,080
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,623
Stop lamp not working 4,843
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,712
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 4,672
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AE51 AEU is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2001 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 65,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Arosa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,080 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 AEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Arosa typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Seat Arosa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE51 AEU?

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What year was AE51 AEU registered?

AE51 AEU is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is AE51 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 AEU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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