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BU51 PVZ

2001 Seat Arosa

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

152,890 mi
Last recorded152,890 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 PVZ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2023 152,890 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 145,530 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2022 145,530 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 135,212 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underside slightly coroded

Fail 24 Jul 2021 135,212 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underside slightly coroded

Pass 9 Feb 2019 124,999 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 113,940 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 113,940 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 101,105 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front number plate cracked

various metal brake pipes corroding

Pass 5 Feb 2016 89,127 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 88,984 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 81,982 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 75,554 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 75,424 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 70,704 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 65,848 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 59,663 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Jan 2010 53,914 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 53,908 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 48,712 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 43,087 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 42,956 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 37,387 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 31,498 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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BU51 PVZ is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 BU51 PVZ, 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

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What year was BU51 PVZ registered?

BU51 PVZ is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is BU51 PVZ safe to buy?

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