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AO02 HTK

2002 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

108,637 mi
Last recorded108,637 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Seat Arosa56,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 HTK
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 108,637 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear tyre worn close on inner edge

Fail 17 May 2017 108,625 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

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

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

Offside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 100,769 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2016 100,758 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 96,242 miles

Front brake discs (inner surfaces) deteriorating.

Pass 5 Jun 2014 94,205 miles

Both sides front brake discs worn, scored & lightly corroded, not considered excessively weakened or insecure.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside wiper blade rubber starting to split.

Fail 4 Jun 2014 94,193 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside wiper blade rubber starting to split.

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 88,312 miles

Both rear tyres cracked & deteriorated, no reinforcing seen.

Both sides front suspension lower ball joint rubbers deteriorated, not considered excessive.

Management light stays on.

Nearside front tyre sidewall damaged, no reinforcing seen.

Pass 9 Jun 2012 82,707 miles

Both rear tyres starting to crack on sidewalls.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust system corroded at joints/hangers.

Sidewall damage & perishing on N/S/F Tyre, no cords visible.

Fail 31 May 2011 81,812 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front outer tyre wall damaged, no re-inforcement visible.

Pass 31 May 2011 81,812 miles

Nearside front outer tyre wall damaged, no re-inforcement visible.

Fail 1 Jun 2010 79,262 miles

Engine management light stays on.

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 79,262 miles

Engine management light stays on.

Pass 2 Jun 2009 72,049 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 67,196 miles

Front tyres wearing close to limit.

Pass 4 Jun 2007 58,749 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear lens cracked, no incorrect colour showing.

Nearside rear tyre worn on edge.

Parking brake lever feels "notchy" in operation.

Pass 6 Jun 2006 45,853 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Jun 2005 35,895 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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AO02 HTK is a 2002 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO02 HTK, 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.

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What year was AO02 HTK registered?

AO02 HTK is a 2002 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is AO02 HTK safe to buy?

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