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DK51 EKV

2001 Seat Arosa

Bronze Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

81,435 mi
Last recorded81,435 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 EKV
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 81,435 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 25 Jan 2016 81,435 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 75,194 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 75,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 70,777 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 64,187 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 60,589 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2012 60,589 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 57,895 miles

front brake discs slightly worn. front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2009 51,379 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 42,720 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 29,176 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 18,580 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 18,580 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2005 6,329 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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DK51 EKV is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Bronze with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DK51 EKV, 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.

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What year was DK51 EKV registered?

DK51 EKV is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is DK51 EKV safe to buy?

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