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AF52 NHJ

2002 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

67,799 mi
Last recorded67,799 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Seat Arosa56,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 NHJ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 67,799 miles

exhaust slightly loose

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2017 63,319 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 63,263 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on Inside edge slight misshaped (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 63,261 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on Inside edge slight misshaped (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 61,674 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 60,814 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 59,473 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 58,244 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

unable to access rear seats from driver side due to handle on seat missing

Pass 23 Jul 2012 58,244 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

unable to access rear seats from driver side due to handle on seat missing

Pass 1 Aug 2011 55,582 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 52,386 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 50,230 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 39,924 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 29,592 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 16,626 miles

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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AF52 NHJ is a 2002 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 56,996 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 AF52 NHJ, 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 24 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 AF52 NHJ?

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What year was AF52 NHJ registered?

AF52 NHJ is a 2002 Seat Arosa, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is AF52 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 NHJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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